cheers

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Cheers is originally a British expression that now enjoys widespread usage in toasting, or to informally say good-bye or thank-you.

greeting

hello

Common spoken greeting

  • hiInformal spoken salutation
  • matePartner or companion
  • thanksExpression of appreciation

goodbye · ta · hey · bye · bud · pal · farewell · acknowledgment · casual · informal

toast

salute

Gestural sign of honor

salud · l'chaim · prost

drinks

beer

Fermented grain drink

  • pubLicensed drinking establishment
  • barDrinking establishment
  • aleWarm-fermented malt drink

lager · pint · wine · cocktail · champagne · whiskey · tavern · brewery · round · nightcap

encouragement

bravo

Acclaim for performers

applause · huzzah · attaboy · attagirl · encouragement · support

celebration

victory

Defeating an opponent

merriment · party · festivities · carnival · fiesta · gala

Categories
Opposites
emotional expression

cheersboos

Shouts of disapproval

jeers · hisses · catcalls · booing · groans

social tone/register

cheersyours sincerely

Epistolary sign-off phrase

respectfully

interpersonal attitude

cheersno thanks

Polite declination phrase

ingratitude · curses · damn you · screw you · get lost

Phrases
Family

cheer, cheerful, cheering, cheerfully, cheer up, cheered, cheerless, cheerfulness, cheerleader

Familiarity
Top 5,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G