Polish · Greetings & Phrases
na zdrowie
cheers / bless you
Beginnerphrase
Definition
Said when toasting drinks or when someone sneezes.
Example
Na zdrowie! – odpowiedział po kichnięciu.
Bless you! – he said after the sneeze.
Etymology
'Na zdrowie' translates to 'cheers' or 'bless you', stemming from the roots of Slavic expressions of good health and well-wishing in everyday life.
How & Where It’s Used
'Na zdrowie' is commonly used in informal settings, especially during toasts or when someone sneezes. It serves both as a celebratory and a polite response.