avec un peu de chance
The English phrase 'hopefully' can be translated into French as avec un peu de chance or en espérant que …
Meaning: it is hoped that (adv)
Ways to say it
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| avec un peu de chance |
| en espérant que … |
en espérant que … means 'hoping that' and is used to express a direct hope for a specific outcome.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase avec un peu de chance literally translates to 'with a little bit of luck'.
Which one should you use?
Avec un peu de chance focuses more on the element of luck or possibility, whereas en espérant que … is used to express a direct hope for a specific outcome.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase en espérant que is typically followed by the indicative mood in common usage, although the subjunctive is often used in more formal or grammatically strict contexts.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Avoid using espérablement to say 'hopefully'. This is not a standard French word and is a common error made by English speakers.
Did you know?
- The term chance is a doublet of the English word 'cadence', meaning they both share the same root regarding falling.
- The word chance in French does not mean 'opportunity' or 'possibility' in the way it does in English, but rather 'luck' or 'a coincidence'.
Examples in context
- Avec un peu de chance, la vérité éclatera.Hopefully, the truth will come out.The sentence is useful for showing how to use avec un peu de chance to express hope about the truth coming out.Tatoeba #11164558 by lbdx, translation #8955468 by CK
- Avec un peu de chance, ça ne se reproduira pas.Hopefully, it won't happen again.The sentence is useful for showing how to use avec un peu de chance to express hope about an event not repeating.Tatoeba #10714664 by lbdx, translation #4937842 by CK
- Avec un peu de chance tu pourras te reposer dans le vol de retour.Hopefully you can rest and relax on the flight home.The sentence is useful for showing how to use avec un peu de chance to express hope about being able to rest on a flight.Tatoeba #136007 by TRANG, translation #20445 by shekitten
- J'espère que nous aurons l'opportunité de collaborer prochainement.I hope that we will have the opportunity to collaborate soon.
- En espérant que cette proposition retienne votre attention, je reste à votre disposition pour toute information complémentaire.Hoping that this proposal catches your attention, I remain available for any further information.
- J'espère qu'on se verra bientôt.I hope we'll see each other soon.
- J'espère que cette réunion se déroulera sans encombre.I hope this meeting goes smoothly.
- J'espère qu'on pourra se revoir très bientôt.Hopefully, we'll be able to see each other again very soon.
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Example conversation
Hugo and Emma are discussing the weather before a picnic.
- HugoIl fait très gris aujourd'hui.It is very grey today.
- EmmaAvec un peu de chance, le soleil reviendra vite.Hopefully, the sun will come back soon.
- HugoTu as raison, j'espère bien.You are right, I certainly hope so.
- EmmaOn ne peut rien y changer.There is nothing we can do about it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hopefully” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries avec, chance, de, en, peu, que, un, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
