Viel Glück
Good luck
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/fiːl ɡlʏk/
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Cultural Note
Germans don't cross their fingers for luck — they 'press their thumbs' (die Daumen drücken). You will often hear 'Ich drücke dir die Daumen!' alongside 'Viel Glück.' The lucky symbols in German culture include four-leaf clovers, chimney sweeps, ladybugs, and horseshoes.
📝 Example Sentences
Viel Glück bei deiner Prüfung!
Good luck on your exam!
Viel Glück für morgen!
Good luck for tomorrow!
Ich drücke dir die Daumen — viel Glück!
I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you — good luck!