interjection
- A German toast meaning 'cheers'; used to wish good health when raising a glass.
Usage: borrowed from German; informal; commonly used in English-speaking contexts when drinking with German speakers or in German cultural settings
Examples
- The group raised their beer glasses and shouted 'Prost!' together.
- At the Oktoberfest celebration, everyone toasted with 'Prost!' before taking a sip.
- He learned to say 'Prost!' during his year studying in Berlin.
- The host welcomed the guests by raising her glass and saying 'Prost!'