🇷🇺 Russian phrases

How to Say "Good luck" in Russian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Удачи
"Good luck" in Russian · say it like oo-dah-chee

The most natural way to say "Good luck" in Russian is Удачи. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Удачи тебе
a more personal way to say it, often used among friends
Желаю удачи
a slightly more formal way to express the same sentiment

When to use it

You can use 'Удачи' when someone is about to start a challenging task or event. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. It's a friendly way to show support and encouragement.

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Examples in Russian

RussianEnglish
Удачи на экзамене!Good luck on the exam!
Надеюсь, у тебя будет удача в новом проекте.I hope you have good luck with the new project.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'удачи' with 'удачно', which means 'successfully' rather than 'good luck'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Удачи, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Russian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I say 'удачи'?

You can say it before someone starts a task, like an exam or a presentation.

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