Bonne chance
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In Quebec French you say Bonne chance for "good luck". Bon courage! is used to encourage someone facing a hard task. It is also called bon courage and bonne chance à toi.
Meaning: wish of success (phrase)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| Bonne chance | neutral |
| bon courage | encouragement |
| bonne chance à toi | friendly |
Use Bonne chance before an exam, an interview or a game. Bon courage fits when the work will be long or tiring.
Which one should you use?
The phrases are the same as in France.
How do you pronounce it?
Bonne chance sounds like "bun shahns".
Did you know?
- In Quebec French a job interview is often called une entrevue, while France more often says un entretien.
Examples in context
- Bonne chance pour ton examen!Good luck on your exam!
- Bon courage pour la semaine!Hang in there this week!
- Bonne chance à toi!Good luck to you!
Example conversation
Marc wishes his friend Julie luck before a job interview in Montreal.
- MarcTon entrevue est à dix heures, non?Your interview is at ten, right?
- JulieOui, je suis nerveuse.Yes, I am nervous.
- MarcBonne chance! Tu vas réussir.Good luck! You will succeed.
