cheers
A British and Australian multi-purpose word that does the work of "thanks", "goodbye", and the literal toast-while-drinking.
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A British and Australian multi-purpose word that does the work of "thanks", "goodbye", and the literal toast-while-drinking. Confuses American visitors who expect it only in the third sense. Said at the end of an email, "cheers" reads as friendly-professional; said in conversation, it can replace "ta" / "thanks" / "see you later" / "no worries" depending on tone.
Cheers for sorting out the lock-up, much appreciated.
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UK and Irish slang — Cockney, Scouse, Geordie, Yorkshire, Glaswegian, Brummie, Welsh, West Country, plus Irish English. Centuries of regional dialects feeding into modern British and Irish street talk.
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- cheerio71%
(UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, informal) , an interjection said upon parting.
- chur70%
Thanks; cheers; expression of gratitude or agreement. Distinctly Kiwi (New Zealand).
- no worries67%
Australian: "you're welcome" and "no problem" fused into a single phrase. One of the most-heard sentences in the country — said in response to thanks, apologies, or any minor favor. Often paired with "mate."
- chur66%
: awesome!, cheers!, ta!, thanks!.
- cheery-bye65%
A cheerful British dialectal farewell combining 'cheery' (full of good cheer) with 'bye,' creating a send-off that's warmer and more upbeat than a plain goodbye. It's the kind of sign-off that makes even a routine parting feel like a minor celebration, and it's particularly associated with northern England and certain parts of regional British speech. 'Cheery-bye' is the verbal equivalent of a wave and a smile as someone rounds the corner.