you, he, etc. will be lucky
(one) will be lucky
That is very unlikely to happen or be the case. The phrase is used sarcastically or with a sense of resignation. And just who is going to pay me back for this thing now? I'll be lucky if I get 50 bucks for it at a pawn shop!
See also: lucky, will
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
you, he, etc. will be lucky (or should be so lucky)
used to say that someone's wishes or expectations are unlikely to be fulfilled.See also: lucky, will
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- (one) will be lucky
- (one) would be lucky
- (one) should be so lucky
- barrel of fun
- are we having fun yet
- Are we having fun yet?
- AWHFY
- this ought to be good
- this should be good
- bright idea