Good luck Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /ˈɫək
GUUD-LUK
ɡˈʊd/ /lˈʌk
GUUD-LUK
Definition
A common expression used to wish someone success or hope that things go well for them, especially before a challenge or important event.
Usage & Nuances
'Good luck' is informal and friendly; it is said before exams, performances, interviews, or competitions. Sometimes used ironically if the task seems difficult. Not used for expressing sympathy; use 'take care' or 'I'm sorry' for that.
Spanish: buena suertePortuguese (BR): boa sortePortuguese (PT): boa sorteChinese (Simplified): 好运Chinese (Traditional): 好運Hindi: शुभकामनाएँArabic: حظاً سعيداًBengali: শুভকামনা - শুভেচ্ছাRussian: удачи - желаю удачиJapanese: 頑張って - 幸運を祈るVietnamese: chúc may mắnKorean: 행운을 빌어요 - 잘 해봐요Turkish: bol şans - iyi şanslarUrdu: اچھی قسمت - نیک تمنائیںIndonesian: semoga berhasil - semoga sukses
Example Sentences
Good luck on your test tomorrow!
basic
I wish you good luck with your new job.
basic
Good luck finding your lost keys.
basic
Alright, I'm off to my interview. Good luck!
natural
You’ll need good luck with that crazy project!
natural
He just smiled and said, "Good luck out there."
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