举杯 (jǔ bēi) — to raise one's glass (in a toast); to propose a toast
Definition
举杯 is a set phrase meaning 'to raise one's glass / propose a toast', used formally at banquets, weddings, and celebrations. Note it is a separable verb: 举杯 → 举了三次杯 (raised a glass three times).
verb
to raise one's glass (in a toast)to propose a toast
Examples
- 举杯。Dà jiā jǔ bēi qìng zhù shèng lì.Everyone raised their glasses to celebrate the victory.
- ，举杯。Zài yàn huì shàng, zhǔ rén dài tóu jǔ bēi.At the banquet, the host took the lead in proposing a toast.
- ，。Wǒ men jǔ le sān cì bēi, zhù dà jiā jiàn kāng.We raised our glasses three times, toasting everyone's health.
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