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buona fortuna
/ˈbwɔː.na forˈtuː.na/
good luck
Buona fortuna per l'esame!
Good luck on the exam!
informal
A phrase used to wish someone success or good fortune.
Buona fortuna per il tuo nuovo lavoro!
Good luck with your new job!
Domani hai l'intervista? Buona fortuna!
You have the interview tomorrow? Good luck!
Commonly used in both spoken and written Italian, often in informal or encouraging contexts.
Collocations
buona fortuna in tuttogood luck in everythingti auguro buona fortunaI wish you good luck
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Pro Tip
Cultural Tip
In Italian culture, saying 'in bocca al lupo' instead of 'buona fortuna' is considered good luck. The traditional response is 'crepi il lupo' (may the wolf die).
Gold Rule
Usage Rule
Use 'buona fortuna' in most contexts where you would say 'good luck' in English. It is universally understood and appropriate for all situations.
Word Origin
From Italian 'buona' (good) and 'fortuna' (fortune, luck). The phrase is a direct translation of the Latin 'bonam fortunam'.
Usage Notes
Used in both formal and informal settings, but more common in casual conversation. Often paired with gestures like crossing fingers for emphasis.
Word Breakdown
buona
good
adjectivefortuna
fortune, luck
nounDizionario Italiano-Inglese