interjection
- A Hebrew toast meaning 'to life,' used to express good wishes or celebration, especially at Jewish gatherings.
Usage: From Hebrew l'chaim (לחיים); Common at Jewish holidays, weddings, and social events; Often accompanied by raising a glass
noun
- A toast or celebratory exclamation wishing health and long life.
Usage: Used as a noun when referring to the act of toasting
Examples
- The family raised their glasses and shouted 'Lechayim!' to celebrate the engagement.
- At the Passover seder, we offered a lechayim to honor our ancestors.
- The rabbi led the congregation in a lechayim blessing.
- They drank a lechayim to wish the newlyweds a long and happy life together.
- During the bar mitzvah reception, guests offered many lechayims throughout the evening.