Norwegian · Greetings & Phrases
Lykke til
Good luck
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A wish for success.
Example
Du har eksamen i morgen? Lykke til!
You have an exam tomorrow? Good luck!
Etymology
'Lykke til' translates to 'Good luck' and signifies well-wishing, where 'lykke' means happiness or fortune. This phrase merged into common usage in the early 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
'Lykke til' is commonly used in informal spoken contexts to wish someone well, often used among friends and in casual communication.