Raising a glass in Poland is all about connection and good spirits. Whether you are sipping a crisp glass of icy vodka or sharing a meal with locals, knowing how to say Na zdravie! will immediately break the ice and bring a smile to the table.
In Poland, drinking culture centers around wishing good health before tackling a feast of pierogi and legendary Polish hospitality. Learning this local expression ensures you toast like a true insider wherever your travels take you!
Most Common Ways to Say Cheers
Polish
Na zdrowie!
[nahz-DROH-vyeh]
Literally “to health”; also commonly said after someone sneezes.
Polish
Do dna!
[doh DNAH]
Literally “to the bottom”; often means to finish the drink.
Polish
Zdrowie Twoje w gardło moje
[ZDRO-vyeh TSO-yeh v GAR-dwo MO-yeh]
Traditional Polish rhyming toast.
More expression(s) You Might Hear in Poland
Polish
Anoda, Katoda, Uziemienie i Faza
[ah-NO-dah kah-TO-dah oo-zhye-MYE-nyeh ee FA-zah]
Playful Polish electronics toast.
Polish
Sto lat!
[stoh laht]
Literally “a hundred years”; also used as a birthday wish for long life.
Polish
No to siup, w ten głupi dziób
[noh toh SHOOP]
Informal Polish toast.
Quick Facts About Poland
Capital city:
Warsaw
National / Official language(s):
Polish
Other spoken language(s):
German
(Neighboring country)
Slovak
(Minority)
English
(Big cities e.g. Warsaw, Cracow)
Poland