English–German
“bad luck” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/pɛç/
Example
Trotz Pechs hatte er Erfolg.
Even though he had bad luck, he succeeded.
How to say “bad luck” in German
“Bad luck” in German is Pech.
A dark, sticky mess that clings to everything and turns a situation against someone.
Example sentences with Pech
Bei der Prüfung hatte sie Pech und fiel durch.
She had bad luck on the exam and failed.
Tips for using Pech
- The fixed phrase Pech haben means to be unlucky, and Pech gehabt! commonly means "too bad" or "bad luck."