Raising a glass in France is all about connection and good spirits. Whether you are sipping a fine glass of wine or crisp champagne or sharing a meal with locals, knowing how to say Santé! will immediately break the ice and bring a smile to the table.
In France, drinking culture centers around clinking glasses gently while making direct eye contact to avoid seven years of bad luck. Learning this local expression ensures you toast like a true insider wherever your travels take you!
Most Common Ways to Say Cheers
French
Santé!
[sahn-tay]
A simple, casual, and universal "Cheers!" means health.
French
À votre santé!
[ah vot-ruh sahn-TAY]
“To your health”; the polite/formal or plural form.
Quick Facts About France
Capital city:
Paris
National / Official language(s):
French
Other spoken language(s):
Breton
(Regional dialect)
Corsican
(Regional dialect)
Catalan; Valencian
(Regional dialect)
Basque
(Regional dialect)
Dutch; Flemish
(Regional dialect)
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