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tough luck

/tʌf lʌk/

الترجمة: تعبير غير رسمي يُستخدم لإظهار التعاطف أو القبول عندما يواجه شخص ما سوء حظ أو خيبة أمل بسيطة، وغالبًا ما يعني أن الوضع مؤسف لكنه لا مفر منه.

مدخل واحد

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/tʌf lʌk/B1informal
  • arتعبير غير رسمي يُستخدم لإظهار التعاطف أو القبول عندما يواجه شخص ما سوء حظ أو خيبة أمل بسيطة، وغالبًا ما يعني أن الوضع مؤسف لكنه لا مفر منه.

An informal expression used to express sympathy or resignation when someone experiences a minor misfortune or disappointment, often implying that the situation is unfortunate but unavoidable.

  1. Expression of sympathyB2informal

    Used to express sympathy for someone's misfortune, often in a slightly dismissive or resigned way.

    arقَدَر سَيّئ

    • You missed the bus? Tough luck, mate.
    • He didn't get the job. Tough luck, but he'll find something else.
    • Tough luck about the rain ruining your picnic.
  2. Expression of indifferenceB2informal

    Used to show that you think someone's problem is not important or that they deserve it.

    arقَدَرٌ سَيِّئ

    • You forgot your wallet? Tough luck, you'll have to go back.
    • He complained about the rules, but I just said 'tough luck'.
    • If you didn't study, tough luck on the exam.