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Dec 2023
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119: Salute! A guide to saying “cheers” ...

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How do you say “cheers” in Italian? Learn the two main ways, plus a few important rules so you can toast like a local!

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Today's Italian words:
Un brindisi! = A toast!
Salute! = “Cheers” for any occasion (lit. “health”)
Cin cin! = “Cheers” for everyday situations with friends and family
Guardami negli occhi = Look me in the eyes
Non con il bicchiere di plastica = Not with the plastic glass

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