The idiom “break a leg" is a way to wish someone good luck, particularly before a performance, event, or any situation where success is important.
It's a way to offer encouragement or support.
Meaning of ‘Break a leg’ Idiom in English
Break a leg
Meaning
Examples
We shouted, 'Break a leg!' as she walked onto the stage for her concert.
Before his job interview, his roommate told him, 'Go in there, break a leg, and get that job!’
Before the basketball game, the coach encouraged the team by saying, 'Go out there and break a leg!’
In the final round of the spelling bee, the teacher said to the student, 'You can do it, break a leg!'
As the actors prepared to go on stage, their director told them, 'Break a leg, and give your best performance!'
