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Hrsanei Posted 15 years ago
Vocabulary

Prosit

Hi.

Can we end informal letters with prosit?

Have you ever seen such a word used?

Dictionaries indicate that it is synonymous with cheers, so I thought when cheers can be used, prosit might be used too.

Thansk for your help and time in advance
  

Top answer

Hi, 'Prosit' (taken from German) is a word used when we make a toast while drinking. It is not used to end a letter. The word 'cheers' can be used both ways.

— Clive

  • Hi, 'Prosit' (taken from German) is a word used when we make a toast while drinking.
  • It is not used to end a letter.
  • The word 'cheers' can be used both ways.
  • Clive
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Hi,

'Prosit' (taken from German) is a word used when we make a toast while drinking. It is not used to end a letter.

The word 'cheers' can be used both ways.

Clive
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I have never seen this word before that I can remember. I don't know that it would actually be incorrect, but it might be confusing as it is not a word that is in common use in the US. Depending on who you are writing to, sincerely is usually a good choice. You could also use a simple thank you, or yours truly. For an informal letter, cheers would be fine.

I ho
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As Clive mentioned, prosit is "used to wish good health, success, etc., esp. as a toast in German-speaking countries." Of Latin origin meaning "may it benefit".
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hrsaneiCan we end informal letters with prosit?
Have you ever seen such a word used?
Not in the U.S. Nobody will have any idea what you're saying. Well - almost nobody.

CJ
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Thank you all for your help and explanation.
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