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UK//aɪ wɪʃ juː lʌk//US//aɪ wɪʃ jə lʌk//

Meaning of I wish you luck

A phrase used to express good wishes for someone's success.

In simple words: I hope you do well.

I wish you luck in a sentence

  • As you head into the competition, I wish you luck!
  • Before the exam, I simply said, 'I wish you luck!'
  • When she started her new job, I wished her luck with a card.
  • I wish you luck in your new adventure traveling abroad.
  • He told me, 'I wish you luck that everything goes smoothly.'

How to use I wish you luck

This phrase is used to express good wishes to someone. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. However, in very casual settings, you might use shorter phrases like 'Good luck!' instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine sending a lucky charm as a gift.

Related words

Collocations with I wish you luck

  • wish you well
  • wish someone luck
  • wish you success

Synonyms for I wish you luck

Common mistakes with I wish you luck

  • Using 'wish' when it should be 'hope'.
  • Mixing up with similar phrases like 'I wish you well'.

Compare I wish you luck with Good luck, Best wishes

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Frequently asked questions about I wish you luck

What does I wish you luck mean?

I hope you do well.

What is the definition of I wish you luck?

A phrase used to express good wishes for someone's success.

How do you use I wish you luck in a sentence?

As you head into the competition, I wish you luck!

Can you give another example of I wish you luck?

Before the exam, I simply said, 'I wish you luck!'

What are synonyms for I wish you luck?

Common alternatives include good luck, best wishes, may fortune favor you, hope for the best.

What words go with I wish you luck?

It commonly pairs with wish you well, wish someone luck, wish you success.

What are common mistakes when using I wish you luck?

Using 'wish' when it should be 'hope'. Mixing up with similar phrases like 'I wish you well'.

How do you pronounce I wish you luck?

US: //aɪ wɪʃ jə lʌk//, UK: //aɪ wɪʃ juː lʌk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I wish you luck?

This phrase is used to express good wishes to someone. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. However, in very casual settings, you might use shorter phrases like 'Good luck!' instead.