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    どうか全てうまくいくように (douka subete umaku iku you ni - I pray everything goes well)

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
    neutral to slightly formal/polite

    How it works

    This expression uses 「どうか」for a strong request or plea, followed by a verb in dictionary form (いく) + 「ように」 to express a wish or hope. The particle 「に」at the end indicates purpose or desire, completing the wish for things to go well. 「全て (subete)」 means 'everything', and 「うまくいく (umaku iku)」 means 'to go well'.

    Sample sentences

    明日のプレゼンテーション、どうか全てうまくいくように。

    For tomorrow's presentation, I hope everything goes well.

    新しい仕事、どうか全てうまくいくようにと願っています。

    I hope/pray that everything goes well with your new job.

    試験、どうか全てうまくいくように！頑張ってね。

    For the exam, I hope everything goes well! Good luck.

    Quick facts

    nuance:While often translated as 'I pray', it doesn't necessarily imply a religious prayer, but rather a strong, earnest hope or wish. It's a common phrase for expressing good wishes before a significant event or challenge.
    politeness:The use of 「どうか」adds a sense of earnestness or politeness to the wish. It's often used when expressing a heartfelt hope or prayer for someone's well-being or success.

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    Example

    明日のプレゼンテーション、どうか全てうまくいくように。

    For tomorrow's presentation, I hope everything goes well.

    新しい仕事、どうか全てうまくいくようにと願っています。

    I hope/pray that everything goes well with your new job.

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