bonne chance pour tout
The English phrase "good luck with everything" is expressed in French as bonne chance pour tout.
This phrase is used to wish someone success in all their future endeavors or current projects. You can also use the more specific bonne chance pour tout ce que tu fais to say "good luck with everything you are doing".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of bonne (good), chance (luck), pour (for) and tout (everything/all).
How does it change in a sentence?
While bonne chance pour tout is a common shorthand, adding ce que tu fais to the end makes the sentiment more specific to the person's current activities.
Did you know?
- While 'bonne chance' is a direct translation, many French speakers avoid it when wishing luck for an important event like an exam. Instead, they might say merde to avoid the 'jinxing' effect of wishing for luck directly.
- The word chance in French shares an ancient root with the English word 'cadence', both stemming from the Latin idea of something 'falling' or happening by accident.
- In certain contexts, telling someone bonne chance can sound slightly patronizing or skeptical, as if you are implying they will need 'luck' because they lack skill.
Examples in context
- Je te souhaite bonne chance pour tout !I wish you good luck with everything!
- Bonne chance pour tout ce qui t'attend.Good luck with everything that awaits you.
Example conversation
Manon is moving to a new city for a job.
- HugoC'est un grand changement pour toi, Manon.It's a big change for you, Manon.
- ManonOui, je suis un peu stressée.Yes, I am a little stressed.
- HugoNe t'inquiète pas, bonne chance pour tout !Don't worry, good luck with everything!
- ManonMerci beaucoup, Hugo, c'est gentil.Thank you very much, Hugo, that is kind.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries chance, pour, tout, CC BY-SA 4.0.
