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Hard luck

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Meanings of Hard luck

Interjection

  • A way to say that someone is having a tough time.

Noun

  • When something bad happens to you that you didn't expect.

Explanation of the word: Hard luck

Hard luck means when something bad happens to you, and it's not your fault. Like if you wanted to play outside but it started to rain.

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Translations for the word: Hard luck

hindi
कठिन किस्मत

kathin kismat

खराब किस्मत

kharab kismat

बुरा भाग्य

bura bhagya

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Hard luck

What does 'hard luck' mean?
'Hard luck' means having bad luck or experiencing difficult situations.
How do you pronounce 'hard luck'?
You pronounce 'hard luck' like this: 'hard' rhymes with 'card' and 'luck' rhymes with 'duck'.
What is the origin of the phrase 'hard luck'?
The phrase 'hard luck' comes from the idea that some people have a tough time or face many challenges.
What is the meaning of 'hard luck' in Hindi?
The word 'hard luck' in Hindi is 'बुरा भाग्य' (Burā bhāgya).