let's toast

USAGE SUMMARY

"let's toast" is a perfectly correct and usable phrase in written English.
It usually means to drink a toast to something or someone, so it is usually used when celebrating or commemorating something. For example, "Let's toast to the happy couple's new marriage."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

16 human-written examples

"Let's toast to the scumbags".

Independent

And let's toast Julia Child, whose "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" hit No. 1 on the hardcover how-to and advice list -- 48 years after publication.

The New York Times

I ended my article titled "Enlightened Parents Learn from Both the Successes and Failures of Others," as follows: "Let's toast to the importance of history and better yet, the enlightenment that comes through learning from the past!" The history of mankind is replete with examples of the horrors caused by religious ideology, most recently in the Middle East.

Huffington Post

As we celebrate Women's History Month, let's toast these trailblazing women and raise a glass to others who have blasted open the door to the corner office: Virginia Rometty at IBM, Marillyn Hewson at Lockheed Martin, Meg Whitman at HP, Ellen Kullman at DuPont, Marissa Mayer at Yahoo and Phoebe Novakovic at General Dynamics.

Huffington Post

When Pauvert, who is a secretive person was asked about the wedding, he replied, "It is an evidence after many other evidences... .. Wherever their admirers and friends are on April 25, let's toast and congratulate the newly weds, Mr. and Mrs. Jean-Jacques Pauvert.

Huffington Post

Let's toast that.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

43 human-written examples

On this day of all days in the Irish-American calendar, when ethnic pride swells, let's raise a toast: Here's to the Irish, and here's to the rest of us.

The New York Times

The gag here is that our gang sings Kanye West: "Let's have a toast for the douchebags, let's have a toast for the assholes, let's have a toast for the scumbags".

The Guardian - Film

"Let's have a toast for the douchebags / Let's have a toast for the assholes … Baby, I got a plan / Run away as fast as you can".

The Guardian - Music

It's a mournful sing-along that turns out to be a roast of West: "Let's have a toast for the douchebags / Let's have a toast for the assholes".

The New Yorker

The other girls would raise empty water glasses in a toast to her while Mr. Russell sang the Miss America Pageant song, which goes: Let's drink a toast to Miss America, Let's raise our glasses on high From Coast to Coast in this America, As the Sweetheart of the U.S.A. is passing by.

The New Yorker

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "let's toast" to introduce a moment of celebration or appreciation for a specific person, achievement, or occasion. Ensure the context clearly indicates what you are toasting to.

Common error

Avoid using "let's toast" in serious or somber contexts where celebration is inappropriate. It's best suited for positive or celebratory moments.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "let's toast" functions as an interjection or imperative call to action, prompting a group to participate in a celebratory ritual of raising glasses in honor of someone or something. This is supported by Ludwig, which identifies it as a valid and usable phrase in English.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

100%

Less common in

Science

0%

Formal & Business

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Wiki

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "let's toast" is a common and grammatically sound phrase used to initiate a celebratory moment. Ludwig AI confirms its validity and usability in English. Predominantly found in News & Media, the phrase serves to encourage a shared expression of recognition or appreciation. While generally neutral in register, it's best suited for positive or celebratory contexts. Remember to clearly define what or whom you are toasting to. Consider alternatives like "let's celebrate" or "here's to" for variety.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

let's celebrate

Focuses more broadly on the act of celebration rather than the specific gesture of toasting.

let's raise a glass to

Emphasizes the physical act of raising a glass in a toast.

let's drink to

Highlights the act of drinking as part of the celebration.

here's to

A more concise and common way to introduce a toast.

may I propose a toast to

A more formal and elaborate way to introduce a toast.

let's give a shout-out to

Less formal, emphasizing recognition and appreciation.

let's acknowledge

Shifts the focus to recognizing and giving importance to something.

let's commemorate

Specifically suggests remembering and honoring a person or event.

let's applaud

Suggests showing approval through clapping.

let's hear it for

An informal way to express enthusiastic support or approval.

FAQs

How do I use "let's toast" in a sentence?

You can use "let's toast" to introduce a celebratory remark, such as, "Let's toast to the bride and groom!" or "Let's toast to our success!".

What are some alternatives to "let's toast"?

Alternatives include phrases like "let's celebrate", "let's raise a glass to", or "here's to", depending on the level of formality and the specific context.

When is it appropriate to use "let's toast"?

"Let's toast" is appropriate in celebratory settings, such as weddings, achievements, or other positive occasions where a gesture of acknowledgment or commendation is fitting.

Is "let's toast" formal or informal?

"Let's toast" is generally considered to be semi-formal to informal. While it can be used in some formal settings, it is more common in casual or celebratory environments.