Ich drücke dir die Daumen!
[ikh DRUEK-e deer dee DOW-men]
Fingers crossed for you!
Literal gloss:“I press to-you (dat.) the thumbs (acc.)!”
When to use:Used with friends, family, children, students, and anyone on first-name du terms.
Word-by-Word Structure
| German | Meaning | Grammar Note |
|---|---|---|
| dir | for you (dative) | — |
| die Daumen | the thumbs (acc. pl.) | — |
Example Sentences in Context
Before an exam or interview
Viel Erfolg bei deiner B1-Prüfung morgen — ich drücke dir fest die Daumen!
Lots of success on your B1 exam tomorrow — keeping my fingers crossed for you!
Warm formal wish
Wir drücken Ihnen alle die Daumen!
We all have our fingers crossed for you!