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General Slang
iechyd da
· phrase · welsh
Cheers — literally 'good health.'
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The Welsh toast you raise before the first sip. Literally 'good health' (iechyd = health, da = good). Pronounced roughly 'YACH-ee-da' with that throaty 'ch' Welsh does so well. Used by Welsh speakers and English speakers alike when the pints land.
“Iechyd da, boys — first round's on me.”
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iechyd da In A Sentence
Iechyd da, boys — first round's on me.
Origin & Usage
Welsh language; standard drinking toast.
Variants
iechyd da i chi
People Also Ask
What does iechyd da mean?
It's a Welsh toast meaning 'cheers' — literally 'good health'.
How do you use iechyd da in a sentence?
You'd raise your glass and say 'Iechyd da!' before drinking.
Where does iechyd da come from?
It's Welsh, translating literally to 'good health'.
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