Por suerte
Example: Por suerte, llegamos a tiempo para la fiesta.
Definition
"Por suerte" is a Spanish expression used to indicate that something happened fortunately or luckily. It conveys a sense of good fortune or positive outcome, often used to express relief or gratitude when events turn out favorably, as in 'Por suerte, llegamos a tiempo para la fiesta.'
Etymology
The phrase "por suerte" combines 'por,' meaning 'by' or 'through,' with 'suerte,' meaning 'luck' or 'fortune.' It literally translates to 'by luck,' reflecting the idea of something happening due to chance or good fortune. The phrase has been used in Spanish for centuries to express fortunate circumstances.
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"Por suerte" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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