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UK/["/lʌk/"]/US/["/lʌk/"]/

Meaning of Luck

In simple words: Good fortune or chance that helps you.

Luck in a sentence

  • I found a four-leaf clover, and I believe it brought me good luck!
  • She has always had bad luck when it comes to finding a job.
  • With a little bit of luck, we will finish the project on time.
  • He won the game by sheer luck because he wasn't playing well.
  • Some people believe that carrying a lucky charm can bring them luck.

How to use Luck

Used in general conversation about events or situations. Can be positive or negative (e.g., 'good luck' or 'bad luck'). Not usually used in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'luck' as a lucky rabbit's foot bringing you good fortune.

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Synonyms for Luck

Opposites of Luck

Common mistakes with Luck

  • Confused with 'luckily' as it may change the sentence structure.
  • Used in plural form 'lucks', which is incorrect.
  • Misused as a verb, e.g., 'to luck something.'

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Frequently asked questions about Luck

What does Luck mean?

Good fortune or chance that helps you.

What is the definition of Luck?

good things that happen to you by chance, not because of your own efforts or abilities

How do you use Luck in a sentence?

I found a four-leaf clover, and I believe it brought me good luck!

Can you give another example of Luck?

She has always had bad luck when it comes to finding a job.

What are synonyms for Luck?

Common alternatives include fortune.

What is the opposite of Luck?

Opposite meanings include misfortune, bad luck.

What words go with Luck?

It commonly pairs with better, good, great, piece, stroke, have, bring (somebody), give somebody, desert somebody, run out, continue, by… luck, for luck, in luck, as luck would have it, beginner’s luck, better luck next time, better, good, great, piece, stroke, have, bring (somebody), give somebody, desert somebody, run out, continue, by… luck, for luck, in luck, as luck would have it, beginner’s luck, better luck next time.

What are common mistakes when using Luck?

Confused with 'luckily' as it may change the sentence structure. Used in plural form 'lucks', which is incorrect. Misused as a verb, e.g., 'to luck something.'

How do you pronounce Luck?

US: /["/lʌk/"]/, UK: /["/lʌk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Luck?

Used in general conversation about events or situations. Can be positive or negative (e.g., 'good luck' or 'bad luck'). Not usually used in very formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Luck?

"Luck" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.