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Let's raise a toast

🇬🇧 UK //lɛts reɪz ə təʊst// 🇺🇸 US //lɛts reɪz ə toʊst//

Meaning of Let's raise a toast

To make a celebratory speech while drinking together.

In simple words: To drink together to celebrate something.

Let's raise a toast in a sentence

• At the wedding reception, we all stood up and said, 'Let's raise a toast' to the happy couple.
• Before we eat, let's raise a toast to friendship and good times.
• As the clock struck midnight, everyone cheered and yelled, 'Let's raise a toast' to the New Year!
• After the great news, my colleagues suggested, 'Let's raise a toast' to our success.
• During the anniversary party, we all sang and shouted, 'Let's raise a toast' for many more years ahead.

How to use Let's raise a toast

Used during celebrations to express good wishes. Generally appropriate in casual settings but might be too informal in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine holding a glass high in the air, like 'raising a rose' for celebration.

Related words

Collocations with Let's raise a toast

• raise a glass
• make a toast
• toast to
• raise your glass
• offer a toast

Synonyms for Let's raise a toast

• cheers
• celebrate
• honor
• salute
• commend

Common mistakes with Let's raise a toast

• Using 'toast' as a verb instead of the phrase 'raise a toast'.
• Confusing 'toast' with the food item instead of the act of celebrating.
• Not providing a specific reason for the toast.

Frequently asked questions about Let's raise a toast

What does Let's raise a toast mean?

To drink together to celebrate something.

What is the definition of Let's raise a toast?

To make a celebratory speech while drinking together.

How do you use Let's raise a toast in a sentence?

At the wedding reception, we all stood up and said, 'Let's raise a toast' to the happy couple.

Can you give another example of Let's raise a toast?

Before we eat, let's raise a toast to friendship and good times.

What are synonyms for Let's raise a toast?

Common alternatives include cheers, celebrate, honor, salute, commend.

What words go with Let's raise a toast?

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

What are common mistakes when using Let's raise a toast?

Using 'toast' as a verb instead of the phrase 'raise a toast'. Confusing 'toast' with the food item instead of the act of celebrating. Not providing a specific reason for the toast.

How do you pronounce Let's raise a toast?

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

Is Let's raise a toast formal or informal?

"Let's raise a toast" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Let's raise a toast?

Used during celebrations to express good wishes. Generally appropriate in casual settings but might be too informal in formal situations.