Norwegian · Greetings & Phrases
Skål
Cheers
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
A toast before drinking.
Example
Skål for vennskapet!
Cheers to friendship!
Etymology
'Skål' means 'Cheers' and is believed to derive from the word 'skål', meaning 'bowl', as drinks were often shared from bowls during feasts in Norse traditions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Skål' is used in informal settings during toasts, typically spoken among friends and family, especially during gatherings and celebrations.