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lucky

[ˈlʌki]

lucky Definition

  • 1having, bringing, or resulting from good luck
  • 2fortunate

Using lucky: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lucky" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I feel lucky to have found such a great job.

  • Example

    It was lucky that nobody was hurt in the accident.

  • Example

    She's always been lucky in love.

  • Example

    He made a lucky guess and won the game.

lucky Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lucky

Phrases with lucky

  • an unexpected event that brings good fortune

    Example

    Getting that job offer was a lucky break for him.

  • an object believed to bring good luck

    Example

    She always carries her lucky charm with her when she takes an exam.

  • a period of continued good luck

    Example

    He's been on a lucky streak lately, winning every game he plays.

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Summary: lucky in Brief

The term 'lucky' [ˈlʌki] refers to having, bringing, or resulting from good luck. It is often used to describe fortunate events or circumstances, such as 'I feel lucky to have found such a great job.' 'Lucky' can also be used in phrases like 'lucky break,' which describes an unexpected event that brings good fortune.

How do native speakers use this expression?

This

is

your

lucky

day,

Mr.

Beaumont.