You’ll be lucky

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phrase

This phrase is used to express doubt that something will likely happen.

If you think you can finish all your homework in one hour, you'll be lucky.
Visual representation of "you’ll be lucky" - This phrase is used to express doubt that something will likely happen.

Often appears as...

  • you'll be lucky if...
  • you'll be lucky to...

Usage tips

Colloquial, Idiomatic

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Sarcasm Alert

Often conveys sarcasm or irony rather than genuine optimism about the outcome.

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You’ll be lucky to see him before midnight, considering his punctuality!
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Underestimation

Used to suggest someone is underestimating the difficulty of a task.

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Paint the whole house in one day? You’ll be lucky!
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Unlikely Hopes

Indicates that the speaker thinks someone's hopes or expectations are unlikely to happen.

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You’ll be lucky if you find that rare book at any local store.
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