ни пуха, ни пера
phrase
How to read (transcription):
[nee PU-ha nee pye-RA]
Translation:
(lit. neither fluff nor feather) a wish of good luck to someone that’s supposed to be answered with “к чёрту!” (lit. – to the devil)
More explanations and examples here: Ни пуха, ни пера!
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