Viel Erfolg
Good luck
Language note: Literally means 'Much success'.
Culture note: A common way to wish someone success, more professional than 'Good luck'.
Context: Wish them success.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Viel
[FEEL]
much
Large degree of something.
Ich wünsche Ihnen bei Ihrem Karriereevent viel Erfolg.
I wish you much success at your career event.
Erfolg
[AIR-folg]
success
Achievement of a goal or purpose.
Viel Erfolg bei den kommenden Verhandlungen!
Much success in the upcoming negotiations!
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