🇧🇷 Portuguese phrases

How to Say "Cheers" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Saúde
"Cheers" in Portuguese · say it like sah-oo-deh

The most natural way to say "Cheers" in Portuguese is Saúde. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Tim-tim
more casual, often used among friends
À sua saúde
more formal, used in polite settings

When to use it

You can use 'Saúde' when you clink glasses with someone before drinking. It is a friendly way to wish good health. It's common in both casual and formal settings. Use 'Tim-tim' among friends for a lighter tone.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Vamos brindar! Saúde!Let's make a toast! Cheers!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'Saúde' with 'saudade', which means longing or nostalgia.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Saúde, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Portuguese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Saúde' used only when drinking?

Yes, it's primarily used as a toast when drinking.

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