Schwein gehabt!
[shvyne ge-HAPT]
Lucky break! / Phew, that was lucky!
Literal gloss:“Pig had!”
When to use:Natural in everyday DACH speech, cafés, and casual chats rather than official letters.
Word-by-Word Structure
| German | Meaning | Grammar Note |
|---|---|---|
| Schwein | pig (das Schwein) | — |
| gehabt | had (past part. without ich habe) | — |
Example Sentences in Context
Narrowly catching luck
Der letzte Platz in der S-Bahn und genau vor meiner Nase! Da habe ich echt Schwein gehabt!
The very last seat on the S-Bahn right in front of me! What a lucky break!