Three cheers

Meaning

"Three cheers" is an idiomatic expression that means to give a toast or raise a glass of something in honor of someone or something. It's a way to show appreciation and respect, typically at a social gathering or celebration.

Usage

• At the end of a successful business meeting, the team raised their glasses and shouted "Three cheers!" for their CEO's leadership.
• On her birthday, Sarah's friends gathered around the table and sang "Happy Birthday" before raising their glasses and giving her three cheers.
• During a sports game, the crowd erupted in cheers when the home team scored a touchdown.
• When the band took the stage at the music festival, the audience greeted them with thunderous applause and raised their glasses for three cheers.
• At the wedding reception, the bride's family and friends toasted to the newlyweds with glasses full of champagne and sang "Here's to love!" before raising their glasses for three cheers.

Roots and History

The phrase "three cheers" originated in the United Kingdom during the 19th century. It was often used at social gatherings, such as beer festivals or other celebrations, as a way to show appreciation for the occasion. Over time, the phrase has become more widespread and is now commonly used in many English-speaking countries.

Synonyms in English

• Cheers!
• Hear hear!
• Toast!
• Salute!
• Bravo!

Synonyms in other languages

• French: "Vive la France!" or "Vive le roi/reine!"
• German: "Hail Germany!" or "Hail the President!"
• Italian: "Viva Italia!" or "Viva il Papa/Papaessa!"
• Spanish: "¡Viva España!" or "¡Viva el rey/reina!"
• Portuguese: "Olá Portugal!" or "Viva o Rei/Rainha!"

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