Significado
Wishing success.
Contexto cultural
When wishing luck, some people might lightly pinch their earlobe and knock on wood (Tahtaya vurmak) to prevent bad luck from interfering. In more conservative circles, 'Allah utandırmasın' (May God not embarrass you) is used instead of 'İyi şanslar' to wish success. If someone is 'too' lucky, Turks might worry about the Evil Eye. They might wear a blue bead (Nazar boncuğu) to protect their good fortune. Pouring water behind someone as they leave is a physical way of saying 'İyi şanslar' for their journey.
The Plural Rule
Always remember the '-lar'. Saying 'İyi şans' is a dead giveaway that you are translating literally from English.
Sarcasm Alert
Be careful with your tone. A flat 'İyi şanslar' can sound like you don't believe the person will succeed.
Significado
Wishing success.
The Plural Rule
Always remember the '-lar'. Saying 'İyi şans' is a dead giveaway that you are translating literally from English.
Sarcasm Alert
Be careful with your tone. A flat 'İyi şanslar' can sound like you don't believe the person will succeed.
Combine for Impact
Pair it with 'Başarılar' to sound extra supportive: 'İyi şanslar ve başarılar dilerim!'
The Water Trick
If someone is going on a trip, say 'İyi şanslar' and pretend to pour water. They will love the cultural reference!
Teste-se
Fill in the blank to wish your friend luck on their exam.
Sınavda iyi _______!
In Turkish, we always use the plural 'şanslar' for this expression.
Which phrase is most appropriate for a formal job interview wish?
Mülakatınızda...
'Başarılar dilerim' is more formal and professional than 'İyi şanslar'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Someone just had a minor car accident.
For accidents or illness, 'Geçmiş olsun' is the only correct choice.
Complete the dialogue.
Ahmet: Yarın büyük bir maçım var. Mehmet: _______!
Before a match, 'İyi şanslar' is the most natural response.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
İyi şanslar vs. Geçmiş olsun
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosSınavda iyi _______!
In Turkish, we always use the plural 'şanslar' for this expression.
Mülakatınızda...
'Başarılar dilerim' is more formal and professional than 'İyi şanslar'.
Someone just had a minor car accident.
For accidents or illness, 'Geçmiş olsun' is the only correct choice.
Ahmet: Yarın büyük bir maçım var. Mehmet: _______!
Before a match, 'İyi şanslar' is the most natural response.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasIt is neutral. You can use it with friends or colleagues. For a boss, 'Başarılar dilerim' is better.
Turkish often pluralizes abstract wishes to show intensity and abundance.
Yes! It means 'Plenty of luck' and is very common and friendly.
'Şans' is for immediate events (like a game), 'Kısmet' is for life's destiny.
No, use 'Geçmiş olsun'.
Simply say 'Teşekkür ederim' (Thank you) or 'Sağ ol' (Thanks).
It is a loanword from French 'chance'.
It's okay, but 'Mutluluklar dilerim' (I wish you happiness) is more common.
Yes, if said with a specific skeptical tone, it means 'You'll need it because you'll likely fail'.
Just 'Bol şans' is shorter and very common.
Frases relacionadas
Bol şans
similarPlenty of luck
Başarılar
synonymSuccesses
Rast gelsin
specialized formMay it go well
Yolun açık olsun
specialized formMay your path be open
Kısmet
contrastDestiny/Fate
Geçmiş olsun
contrastMay it pass
