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UK//drɪŋk ə toʊst//US//drɪŋk ə toʊst//

Meaning of Drink a toast

To raise a glass and speak in honor of someone or something.

In simple words: To raise a glass and say something before drinking.

Drink a toast in a sentence

  • Let’s drink a toast to our friendship.
  • At the wedding, everyone stood up to drink a toast to the newlyweds.
  • She gave a lovely speech before we drink a toast to the team's success.
  • It’s traditional to drink a toast to health and happiness during celebrations.
  • Everyone raised their glasses to drink a toast to the graduates.

How to use Drink a toast

Use in social situations before a drink. More formal during celebrations, less common in casual settings.

Grammar pattern

drink a toast + to + object

Memory hint

Imagine raising a glass toward a friend, saying something nice before sipping.

Related words

Collocations with Drink a toast

  • drink a toast to
  • raise a glass
  • offer a toast

Synonyms for Drink a toast

  • propose a toast
  • raise a glass
  • toast to

Common mistakes with Drink a toast

  • Confusing with 'make a toast', which is the act of speaking.
  • Using 'drink a toast' without specifying what the toast is for.
  • Overusing in informal situations where it feels out of place.

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Frequently asked questions about Drink a toast

What does Drink a toast mean?

To raise a glass and say something before drinking.

What is the definition of Drink a toast?

To raise a glass and speak in honor of someone or something.

How do you use Drink a toast in a sentence?

Let’s drink a toast to our friendship.

Can you give another example of Drink a toast?

At the wedding, everyone stood up to drink a toast to the newlyweds.

What are synonyms for Drink a toast?

Common alternatives include propose a toast, raise a glass, toast to.

What words go with Drink a toast?

It commonly pairs with drink a toast to, raise a glass, offer a toast.

What are common mistakes when using Drink a toast?

Confusing with 'make a toast', which is the act of speaking. Using 'drink a toast' without specifying what the toast is for. Overusing in informal situations where it feels out of place.

How do you pronounce Drink a toast?

US: //drɪŋk ə toʊst//, UK: //drɪŋk ə toʊst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Drink a toast?

Use in social situations before a drink. More formal during celebrations, less common in casual settings.