Filipino · Greetings & Phrases

suwertehin ka sana

Good luck

Intermediatephrase

Definition

A wish for luck; Filipinos also simply say good luck.

Example

May exam ka bukas? Suwertehin ka sana!

You have an exam tomorrow? Good luck!

Etymology

'Suwertehin ka sana' translates to 'Good luck', where 'suwertehin' comes from 'swerte' meaning 'luck', showing the hope for favorable outcomes.

How & Where It’s Used

'Suwertehin ka sana' is typically used in informal contexts to wish someone well, often spoken during farewells.

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