This is the 5483rd most frequent Dutch word.
lucky
The Dutch word "lucky" does not exist; it is an English word meaning fortunate or having good luck.
Here, 'gelukkig' is used to express a feeling of happiness or luck in a general sense.
Ik voel me zo gelukkig vandaag.
I feel so lucky today.
In this sentence, 'geluk' is used to describe an instance of favorable chance or circumstance.
Hij had geluk dat hij de trein nog net kon halen.
He was lucky to catch the train just in time.
Here, 'geluk' describes a fortunate event, highlighting an occurrence that was beneficial.