Meaning
Wishing someone success in an endeavor.
Primary Function
Well-wishing before events
Communicative Purpose
To express support and optimism
Pattern
Good luck!
Core Structure
Good luck!
Função primária
Well-wishing before events
Propósito comunicativo
To express support and optimism
Situações de gatilho
Exams, interviews, competitions, performances
Contextos
Everyday, professional, academic
Padrão
Good luck!
Estrutura central
Good luck!
Slots de substituição
None (the expression is fixed; no variable slots)
Colocados típicos
- on
- with
- for
Substituições comuns
- Best wishes
- Fingers crossed
- You'll do great
Erros comuns
'Good luck for your exam' – usually 'on' or 'with'.
Similar / contraste
Break a leg! (performance), All the best!
Interferências
Sarcasm detection: ‘Good luck with that’ said flatly may imply doubt.
Família do chunk
- Good wishes: All the best
- You've got this
- Best foot forward
Nuance
Open and genuine; universal emotional support.
Efeito pragmático
Provides emotional support and encouragement in various contexts.
Dica de memória
big day
Nota
This chunk is used to wish someone success in various situations. It is a common and versatile expression that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Upgrade path
Good luck → Best of luck → I wish you the very best of luck
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