How to Say ‘Luckily,’ in French
Heureusement,
uhr-uhz-mahn
[uhr-uhz-mahn]
💬 Usage Tip: A very useful connector meaning “fortunately / luckily.” Easy win for sounding natural.
🇫🇷 In France: French conversations often use adverbs like heureusement to structure reactions clearly and dramatically.
Phrase Breakdown
Heureusement
[uhr-uhz-mahn]
fortunately
Adverb used when the outcome is good or brings relief.
Heureusement, le gardien était bien placé.
Fortunately, the goalkeeper was well positioned.
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