Glück zu
Translation
Good luck!, All the best!
Examples
Glück zu für deine Prüfung!
Good luck with your exam!
Der Bergmann rief seinem Freund „Glück zu!“.
The miner called to his friend, 'Good luck!'
Grammar Patterns
Good luck ((with sth.)) Glück zu für die Zukunft!
Similar Words
Synonyms: Viel Glück! (Good luck!), Viel Erfolg! (Much success!), Toi, toi, toi!
Etymology
Literally 'Luck to (you)!'. It's a traditional greeting, similar to the miners' greeting 'Glückauf!' ('Luck up!', hoping to return safely from the mine).
Memory Tips
Think of it as wishing 'luck' ('Glück') 'to' ('zu') someone. It's a slightly old-fashioned but very heartfelt way to wish someone well.