Meaning
Used to wish someone success.
Cultural Background
Lithuanians value modesty; 'Sėkmės!' is a way to show support without being intrusive. In schools, students often say 'Sėkmės!' to each other before tests to reduce anxiety. In offices, it is common to say 'Sėkmės!' when someone leaves for a meeting. Teammates use it to build morale before a match.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything. 'Sėkmės!' is perfect on its own.
Universal usage
You can use this with anyone, from your boss to your best friend.
Meaning
Used to wish someone success.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything. 'Sėkmės!' is perfect on its own.
Universal usage
You can use this with anyone, from your boss to your best friend.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
Einu į darbo pokalbį. — ________!
Sėkmės is the correct phrase to wish someone luck before an interview.
Which is the correct way to wish luck at work?
Select the best option.
The locative case 'darbe' is used after 'Sėkmės'.
Match the situation to the appropriate response.
Friend: 'I have a big exam tomorrow.'
Sėkmės is the standard response for wishing luck before an exam.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'I'm starting a new project today.' B: '________!'
Sėkmės is the appropriate expression for starting a new project.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEinu į darbo pokalbį. — ________!
Sėkmės is the correct phrase to wish someone luck before an interview.
Select the best option.
The locative case 'darbe' is used after 'Sėkmės'.
Friend: 'I have a big exam tomorrow.'
Sėkmės is the standard response for wishing luck before an exam.
A: 'I'm starting a new project today.' B: '________!'
Sėkmės is the appropriate expression for starting a new project.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it is a common way to end a conversation if the person is leaving to do something.
It is neutral. It fits almost any situation.
Use 'Linkiu sėkmės'.
No, use 'Su gimtadieniu'.
It covers both luck and success.
It is a long 'e' sound, like in 'air' but longer.
No, that is the noun, not the wish.
Yes, very often.
Only if you add a noun, use the locative.
Yes, it is very common in professional settings.
Related Phrases
Geros kloties
similarMay things go well
Linkiu sėkmės
builds onI wish you success
Sėkmės tau
specialized formGood luck to you
Didelės sėkmės
builds onBest of luck
