B2adjective 3K

Fortunate

🇬🇧 UK //ˈfɔː.tʃən.ət// 🇺🇸 US //ˈfɔr.tʃən.ɪt//

Meaning of Fortunate

Having good luck or being in a favorable situation.

In simple words: Having good luck or favorable circumstances

Fortunate in a sentence

• She was fortunate to find such a wonderful job.
• We were fortunate to have good weather on our vacation.
• He felt fortunate to have such supportive friends.
• The fortunate outcome of the project exceeded everyone's expectations.
• I consider myself fortunate to live in such a beautiful city.

How to use Fortunate

Use 'fortunate' to describe people or situations that have good outcomes. Avoid using it in negative contexts.

Grammar pattern

attributive or predicative adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'fortune' cookie that brings good luck.

Related words

Collocations with Fortunate

• fortunate coincidence
• fortunate opportunity
• fortunate timing

Synonyms for Fortunate

• lucky
• blessed
• advantaged
• favored

Opposites of Fortunate

• unfortunate
• unlucky

Common mistakes with Fortunate

• Confusing 'fortunate' with 'fortunate enough', which emphasizes the degree of good luck.
• Using 'fortunate' as a noun incorrectly.
• Overusing 'fortunate' instead of simpler synonyms like 'lucky' in casual contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Fortunate

What does Fortunate mean?

Having good luck or favorable circumstances

What is the definition of Fortunate?

Having good luck or being in a favorable situation.

How do you use Fortunate in a sentence?

She was fortunate to find such a wonderful job.

Can you give another example of Fortunate?

We were fortunate to have good weather on our vacation.

What are synonyms for Fortunate?

Common alternatives include lucky, blessed, advantaged, favored.

What is the opposite of Fortunate?

Opposite meanings include unfortunate, unlucky.

What words go with Fortunate?

It commonly pairs with fortunate coincidence, fortunate opportunity, fortunate timing.

What are common mistakes when using Fortunate?

Confusing 'fortunate' with 'fortunate enough', which emphasizes the degree of good luck. Using 'fortunate' as a noun incorrectly. Overusing 'fortunate' instead of simpler synonyms like 'lucky' in casual contexts.

How do you pronounce Fortunate?

US: //ˈfɔr.tʃən.ɪt//, UK: //ˈfɔː.tʃən.ət//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Fortunate?

Use 'fortunate' to describe people or situations that have good outcomes. Avoid using it in negative contexts.

What CEFR level is Fortunate?

"Fortunate" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.