Dan (DJP@ALPHA.SUNQUEST.COM) writes:
> "Cheers" is said before taking the next sip of one's favorite beverage.
Ahem. Speaking as a 33-year-old fussbudget, I would say that "Cheers" is
announced prior to the first sip of the round, particularly if your beverage
was paid for by someone else. It may also be for a cigarette or packet of
crisps, uttered immediately upon receipt of the gift item...
> "Cheerio" is said upon taking one's leave.
Yup, however, "Cheers" is equally acceptable.
I don't mean to nitpick over Dan's efforts, btw; we British and British-
wannabes (not sure which one you are, Dan) must work together on this!
CheerIO !
-- Andy
|