informal 3K

Let’s break a leg

🇬🇧 UK //lɛts breɪk ə lɛg// 🇺🇸 US //lɛts breɪk ə lɛg//

Meaning of Let’s break a leg

An expression wishing someone good luck, especially in a performance.

In simple words: Good luck

Let’s break a leg in a sentence

• Before she went on stage, her friends said, 'Let’s break a leg!'
• He told her, 'Let’s break a leg tonight at the talent show!'
• As the team entered the competition, their coach smiled and said, 'Let’s break a leg!'

How to use Let’s break a leg

Use in casual contexts to wish someone good luck, especially before performances. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone breaking a record to win - that's good luck!

Related words

Collocations with Let’s break a leg

• break a leg before
• let's break a leg
• wish to break a leg

Synonyms for Let’s break a leg

• good luck
• best wishes
• break a leg

Common mistakes with Let’s break a leg

• Misunderstanding it as a request for physical harm.
• Using it in serious contexts where encouragement is not appropriate.
• Not knowing it is mainly used for performances.

Frequently asked questions about Let’s break a leg

What does Let’s break a leg mean?

Good luck

What is the definition of Let’s break a leg?

An expression wishing someone good luck, especially in a performance.

How do you use Let’s break a leg in a sentence?

Before she went on stage, her friends said, 'Let’s break a leg!'

Can you give another example of Let’s break a leg?

He told her, 'Let’s break a leg tonight at the talent show!'

What are synonyms for Let’s break a leg?

Common alternatives include good luck, best wishes, break a leg.

What words go with Let’s break a leg?

It commonly pairs with break a leg before, let's break a leg, wish to break a leg.

What are common mistakes when using Let’s break a leg?

Misunderstanding it as a request for physical harm. Using it in serious contexts where encouragement is not appropriate. Not knowing it is mainly used for performances.

How do you pronounce Let’s break a leg?

US: //lɛts breɪk ə lɛg//, UK: //lɛts breɪk ə lɛg//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Let’s break a leg formal or informal?

"Let’s break a leg" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Let’s break a leg?

Use in casual contexts to wish someone good luck, especially before performances. Avoid in formal settings.