bon courage

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/bɔ̃ kuʁaʒ/
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A wish of strength for someone facing a difficult task.

Examples

  • Tu as encore trois heures de travail ? Bon courage.
    You still have three hours of work? Hang in there.
  • Bon courage à tous ceux qui travaillent ce soir.
    Hang in there to everyone working tonight.
  • Bon courage pour ton examen demain !
    Good luck with your exam tomorrow!
  • Bon courage pour le déménagement, il y a beaucoup à porter.
    Good luck with the move, there is a lot to carry.
  • Elle m’a dit « bon courage » avant mon entretien.
    She said “good luck” before my interview.

Similar words

accroche-toi
tiens bon
bonne chance

Meanings

Encouraging someone

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Said to encourage someone who has a hard task ahead or is already going through one.

Examples

  • Bon courage pour ton examen demain !
    Good luck with your exam tomorrow!
  • Tu as encore trois heures de travail ? Bon courage.
    You still have three hours of work? Hang in there.
  • Bon courage pour le déménagement, il y a beaucoup à porter.
    Good luck with the move, there is a lot to carry.
  • Elle m’a dit « bon courage » avant mon entretien.
    She said “good luck” before my interview.
  • Bon courage à tous ceux qui travaillent ce soir.
    Hang in there to everyone working tonight.

Similar words

Etymology

Literally “good courage”, from bon (“good”) and courage (“courage”).

FAQ

What does bon courage mean?

It wishes someone strength for something difficult.

When do people say bon courage?

Before or during a demanding task, such as an exam or a long shift.

Is bon courage the same as bonne chance?

They can overlap, but bon courage stresses effort and endurance.

Can bon courage be said at work?

Yes, it is common before a difficult shift or project.

How do you reply to bon courage?

A simple merci is natural.

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