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Used to wish someone success in something they are doing.
문화적 배경
Americans use 'Good luck' very frequently, even for minor things. It is seen as a sign of being 'supportive' and 'positive.' British people use 'Good luck' often, but 'Best of luck' is also very common and sounds slightly more polite or sincere. In the theater world, saying 'Good luck' is considered bad luck (a jinx). Actors say 'Break a leg' instead. Italians often avoid 'Buona fortuna' because it can be seen as inviting bad luck. They prefer 'In bocca al lupo' (In the mouth of the wolf).
The 'With' Rule
If you aren't sure which preposition to use, 'with' is usually a safe bet for almost any situation.
No 'A'
Never say 'a good luck.' It is one of the most common mistakes for English learners.
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Used to wish someone success in something they are doing.
The 'With' Rule
If you aren't sure which preposition to use, 'with' is usually a safe bet for almost any situation.
No 'A'
Never say 'a good luck.' It is one of the most common mistakes for English learners.
Response
When someone says 'Good luck' to you, the best response is a simple 'Thank you!' or 'Thanks, I'll need it!'
Sarcasm Check
If someone says 'Good luck with that' and rolls their eyes, they are being sarcastic!
셀프 테스트
Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.
Good luck ____ your job interview tomorrow!
We use 'with' for general situations like job interviews or projects.
Fill in the blank to wish someone luck on a specific test.
Good luck ____ the math exam!
We use 'on' for specific tests or exams.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your friend is about to go on stage to sing.
You wish luck before a performance.
Complete the dialogue.
A: I'm really nervous about my driving test. B: ________! I'm sure you'll pass.
'Good luck' is the standard, uncountable expression.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
Good Luck vs. Congratulations
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Good luck ____ your job interview tomorrow!
We use 'with' for general situations like job interviews or projects.
Good luck ____ the math exam!
We use 'on' for specific tests or exams.
Situation: Your friend is about to go on stage to sing.
You wish luck before a performance.
A: I'm really nervous about my driving test. B: ________! I'm sure you'll pass.
'Good luck' is the standard, uncountable expression.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
12 질문The most common and polite reply is 'Thank you!' or 'Thanks!' If you are feeling nervous, you can say 'Thanks, I'll need it!'
Yes, it is perfectly polite to say 'Good luck' to a superior if they are about to do something important, like give a speech.
Neither is 'better,' but 'Best of luck' is slightly more formal and is often used in writing.
It's an old theater superstition. People believed that wishing for something good would cause something bad to happen, so they wished for something bad instead.
Yes, it is used throughout the English-speaking world, including the UK, Australia, and Canada.
Yes! You can say it to someone trying to open a difficult jar or someone looking for their keys.
Use 'on' for specific events (tests, games) and 'with' for general things (projects, new jobs).
No, that would be very confusing or sound sarcastic. Use 'I'm sorry to hear that' instead.
It is neutral. It's fine for both friends and business colleagues.
No. 'Good luck' is for the future; 'Congratulations' is for something that already happened successfully.
Yes, it's very common. You can even just use the 🍀 emoji!
It means 'I think what you are trying to do is impossible or stupid.'
관련 표현
Best of luck
similarA slightly more formal version of good luck.
Break a leg
specialized formA superstitious way to wish luck to performers.
Fingers crossed
idiomHoping for a good result.
Godspeed
formalA wish for a prosperous journey.
Go get 'em
informalAn encouraging command to succeed.
