cheers
Translation
cheers, thanks, bye
Examples
Cheers! To a happy future.
Cheers! To a happy future.
The crowd gave three cheers for the winner.
The crowd gave three cheers for the winner.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb./sth.)) a toast to (sb./sth.) Cheers! To your success.
three cheers for ((sb./sth.)) three shouts of approval for (sb./sth.) Let's give three cheers for the team.
Similar Words
Synonyms (toast): To your health!, Bottoms up!; (thanks): Ta, Thanks
Etymology
Plural of 'cheer' (a shout of joy or encouragement). The toast sense comes from wishing good cheer.
Memory Tips
Imagine raising a glass and sharing 'cheer' (happiness) with others. In the UK, it's also a casual 'thanks' or 'bye'.