Meaning
Wishing someone success in their endeavors.
Cultural Background
It is common to pour water behind someone when they leave for a big task or journey while saying 'Uğurlar'. This symbolizes a smooth path. In professional settings, 'Uğurlar' is often the last word in an email, serving as a polite and encouraging sign-off. The phrase is deeply tied to the concept of 'Xeyirli olsun' (May it be beneficial), often used when someone buys something new or starts a business. During the Novruz holiday, people wish each other 'Uğurlar' for the coming year, emphasizing new beginnings.
The 'Sənə' Rule
Always add 'Sənə' (to you) to make it feel more personal and warm when talking to friends.
Timing is Everything
If you say it after the event, it sounds like you're being sarcastic or didn't listen. Be careful!
Meaning
Wishing someone success in their endeavors.
The 'Sənə' Rule
Always add 'Sənə' (to you) to make it feel more personal and warm when talking to friends.
Timing is Everything
If you say it after the event, it sounds like you're being sarcastic or didn't listen. Be careful!
Double it up
Saying 'Bol-bol uğurlar' (Plenty of successes) makes you sound like a native speaker who is very supportive.
The Reply
When someone says 'Uğurlar' to you, the standard reply is 'Çox sağ ol' (Thank you very much).
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the wish.
Dostun imtahana gedir. Sən ona deyirsən: '________!'
Uğurlar is used to wish luck for an upcoming event like an exam.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
Situation: Your boss is starting a new project.
Using 'Sizə' and the verb 'arzulayıram' makes the wish appropriate for a formal boss-employee relationship.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Mən sabah yeni işə başlayıram. B: ________! Hər şey yaxşı olacaq.
'Uğurlar olsun' is a perfect way to encourage someone starting a new job.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct way to wish a group of people luck.
The recipient must be in the dative case (-ya/yə).
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDostun imtahana gedir. Sən ona deyirsən: '________!'
Uğurlar is used to wish luck for an upcoming event like an exam.
Situation: Your boss is starting a new project.
Using 'Sizə' and the verb 'arzulayıram' makes the wish appropriate for a formal boss-employee relationship.
A: Mən sabah yeni işə başlayıram. B: ________! Hər şey yaxşı olacaq.
'Uğurlar olsun' is a perfect way to encourage someone starting a new job.
Choose the correct way to wish a group of people luck.
The recipient must be in the dative case (-ya/yə).
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it in almost any situation, but adding 'olsun' or 'arzulayırıq' makes it more formal.
No. For birthdays, use 'Ad günün mübarək'. 'Uğurlar' is for tasks and goals.
It is the plural suffix. Literally, you are wishing someone 'successes' instead of just one 'success'.
Use 'İşlərinizdə müvəffəqiyyətlər arzulayırıq'.
No, that sounds like you are calling someone by the name 'Uğur'. Always use the plural 'Uğurlar'.
No. Use 'Allah şəfa versin' or 'Tezliklə sağal' for health issues.
Yes, but 'Yaxşı yol' or 'Yolun açıq olsun' are more specific for travel.
Yes, but Turkish people more commonly say 'Başarılar'. 'Uğurlar' is much more frequent in Azerbaijani.
Say 'Hamınıza uğurlar!' (Successes to all of you!).
Yes, it is the most common professional comment for new job announcements.
Related Phrases
Yolun açıq olsun
similarMay your path be open
Müvəffəqiyyətlər
synonymSuccesses
Təbriklər
contrastCongratulations
Xeyirli olsun
builds onMay it be beneficial
Allah köməyin olsun
similarMay God help you
