How to Say “Good Luck” in Ojibwe

Did you know?

• Because Ojibwe is a verb-based language, many expressions of 'luck' are actually phrased as 'may things go well for you' rather than using a noun for 'luck'.
• In many Ojibwe dialects, the concept of 'luck' is often tied to 'spirit' or 'power' rather than just a random chance event.
• Depending on the context, an Ojibwe speaker might bypass a general wish for 'luck' and specifically wish for someone's 'strength' or 'bravery' instead.