きっとうまくいく (kitto umaku iku - I'm sure it'll go well)
Grammar & Usage
How it works
This phrase combines the adverb きっと (kitto, 'surely,' 'definitely') with the adjective うまく (umaku, 'well,' 'skillfully' – adverbial form of うまい (umai; written 上手い for "skilful" or 旨い for "tasty")) and the verb いく (iku, 'to go'). Together, it forms a common expression of optimism and encouragement, indicating strong confidence in a positive outcome.
Sample sentences
心配しないで、きっとうまくいくよ。
Don't worry, I'm sure it'll go well.
今回はきっとうまくいくはずだ。
This time, it should definitely go well.
頑張れば、きっとうまくいくと信じている。
If you try your best, I believe it will surely work out.
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Example
心配しないで、きっとうまくいくよ。
Don't worry, I'm sure it'll go well.
今回はきっとうまくいくはずだ。
This time, it should definitely go well.
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