Danish · Greetings & Phrases
Held og lykke
Good luck
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A wish for success.
Example
Du har eksamen i morgen? Held og lykke!
You have an exam tomorrow? Good luck!
Etymology
'Held og lykke' translates to 'luck and success'. The term 'held' means 'luck', and 'lykke' means 'success' or 'happiness', showcasing Danish well-wishing.
How & Where It’s Used
'Held og lykke' is often used to wish someone well in both informal and formal contexts before a challenge or new endeavor, primarily in spoken form.