194
We may not always speak a foreign language when we travel, but we can still learn how to say “Please” and “Thank you.” It’s also fun to add some cultural flair and respect the culture when we offer a toast.
In French, people clink glasses and say, “Santé!” That means, “To your health.” In Portuguese, especially in Portugal and Brazil, the common toast is “Saúde!” That’s also wishing good health.
In Spanish, friends often say “¡Salud!,” a familiar and friendly expression used across Spanish-speaking countries. In Chinese, the celebratory word is “干杯” (gānbēi), which means dry cup, encouraging a full drink.
– Staff report, The Travel 100