How do you say cheers in Italy?

Cin cin! [Chin chin] / Salute! [Saw-lutay]

How to say cheers in Italy

Raising a glass in Italy is all about connection and good spirits. Whether you are sipping a glass of Chianti or a bubbly Prosecco or sharing a meal with locals, knowing how to say Salute! will immediately break the ice and bring a smile to the table.

In Italy, drinking culture centers around making eye contact during the clink to ensure good fortune and avoid bad luck. Learning this local expression ensures you toast like a true insider wherever your travels take you!

Italy

Bars & Pubs in Italy

Capital city:

Rome

National / Official language(s):

Italian

Other spoken language(s):

German (Neighboring country)
French (Minority)
Slovenian (Minority)

National / mainly used expression(s)

Italian

Cin cin! [Chin chin]

Italian

Salute! [Saw-lutay]

How to say cheers in different countries (languages)

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