salud
health; cheers (toast)
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/sa.ˈluð/
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Cultural Note
'¡Salud!' is used both as a toast when drinking and as a response when someone sneezes (like 'bless you'). After the first sneeze you say '¡Salud!', after the second '¡Dinero!' (money), and after the third '¡Amor!' (love). Spain's public healthcare system is considered one of the best in Europe.
📝 Example Sentences
Tu salud es lo más importante.
Your health is the most important thing.
¡Salud! —dijeron todos al brindar.
'Cheers!' they all said while toasting.
Tiene problemas de salud desde hace años.
She has had health problems for years.