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How do you translate - wishing well in french?

There isn't a direct one-to-one translation for "wishing well" in French that captures the same meaning. It depends on the context. Here are some options:

For wishing someone well in general:

* Bonne chance! (Good luck!) - This is the most common and versatile phrase.

* Je vous souhaite bonne chance! (I wish you good luck!) - More formal than "Bonne chance!"

* Tout le meilleur! (All the best!) - A good alternative to "Bonne chance!"

* Je vous souhaite tout le meilleur! (I wish you all the best!) - More formal than "Tout le meilleur!"

For wishing someone well after an event:

* Meilleurs vœux! (Best wishes!) - Commonly used after a wedding, birthday, or other special occasion.

* Je vous souhaite beaucoup de bonheur! (I wish you much happiness!) - A good option after a wedding or other significant event.

For wishing someone well in a specific situation:

* Je vous souhaite un bon voyage! (I wish you a good trip!)

* Je vous souhaite une bonne soirée! (I wish you a good evening!)

* Je vous souhaite une bonne journée! (I wish you a good day!)

For a wishing well (the structure):

* Puits à souhaits (literally "wishing well")

The best translation depends on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.

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