Raising a glass in Ukraine is all about connection and good spirits. Whether you are sipping a glass of Horilka with pepper and honey or sharing a meal with locals, knowing how to say Budmo! will immediately break the ice and bring a smile to the table.
In Ukraine, drinking culture centers around a spirited call of 'shall we be!' answered by the table shouting 'Budmo!' in unison. Learning this local expression ensures you toast like a true insider wherever your travels take you!
Ukrainian
Russian
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
(Minority)
Polish
(Minority)
Hungarian
(Minority)
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