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Die Daumen drücken

To keep one's fingers crossed for someone, to wish someone good luck

In German

Die Daumen drücken

dee DOW-men DRYCK-en

Literal Translation

To press the thumbs

Meaning

To keep one's fingers crossed for someone, to wish someone good luck.

Equivalent:"To keep one's fingers crossed"

Origin:In ancient Rome, gladiators' fates were decided by the audience's thumb gesture. Later, it became a gesture of good luck, believed to ward off evil spirits.

Example Sentences

1
Ich drücke dir die Daumen für deine Prüfung morgen!
I'll keep my fingers crossed for your exam tomorrow!
2
Wir müssen ihm alle die Daumen drücken, dass es klappt.
We all have to keep our fingers crossed for him that it works out.

FAQ

How do you say "To keep one's fingers crossed for someone, to wish someone good luck" in German?

"To keep one's fingers crossed for someone, to wish someone good luck" in German is "Die Daumen drücken" (dee DOW-men DRYCK-en). Example: Ich drücke dir die Daumen für deine Prüfung morgen!.

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