🇸🇪 Swedish phrases

How to Say "Cheers" in Swedish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Skål
"Cheers" in Swedish · say it like skawl

The most natural way to say "Cheers" in Swedish is Skål. 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

Till hälsa
used in more formal settings, meaning 'to health'
Prost
borrowed from German, used in casual settings

When to use it

You can use 'Skål' when you are about to drink with friends or family. It is a common way to express good wishes. It is often said before taking a sip of your drink, especially during celebrations.

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Examples in Swedish

SwedishEnglish
Skål för vår vänskap!Cheers to our friendship!
Vi säger skål innan vi börjar äta.We say cheers before we start eating.
Common mistake
Some learners mistakenly use 'Skål' only in formal situations, but it is widely used in casual settings as well.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I say 'Skål'?

You should say 'Skål' when you are drinking with others, usually before taking a sip.

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