noun

das Glück, null

luck

Ein positives Gefühl, das man hat, wenn man zufrieden ist oder wenn etwas Gutes passiert.

The German word "Glück" is a noun that means "luck" or "happiness". It can also refer to fortune, chance, or a happy occurrence. "Glück" is used in a variety of phrases to describe pleasant situations or fortunate happenstance, like "viel Glück" (good luck) or "Glück haben" (to be lucky).

Words with similar meanings in German include "Freude" (joy), "Zufriedenheit" (contentment), and "Fortuna" (fortune). While "Freude" focuses more on the emotion of joy and "Zufriedenheit" on a state of satisfaction, "Glück" encompasses the broader concepts of both fortuitous events and a deep sense of well-being.

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Examples

Ich wünsche dir viel Glück!noun

I wish you good luck!

Viel Glück bei der Prüfung!noun

Good luck on the exam!

Wir hatten großes Glück heute.noun

We had great luck today.

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