trinquer
to clink glasses / to toast
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/tʁɛ̃.ke/
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Cultural Note
When clinking glasses in France, there are important rules: always make eye contact, never cross arms with another pair clinking, and never toast with water — it is said to bring seven years of bad luck. The standard toast is 'Santé!' (Health!) or the more formal 'À votre santé!'
📝 Example Sentences
Trinquons à votre santé !
Let's toast to your health!
En France, il faut regarder la personne dans les yeux en trinquant.
In France, you must look the person in the eyes when clinking glasses.