What is the difference between unfortunately and fortunately

Another one with 'unfortunately': - They tried hard to win the match, but unfortunately, couldn't win. Would it also be correct if I said 'unluckily' in place of 'unfortunately'? Thank you. Laborious Is there any difference between fortunately and luckily, and unfortunately and unluckily? I can think of none. The former of each pair are more formal, perhaps. Mister Micawber. Teachers: We supply a list of EFL job vacancies.

Thank you for your reply, Mr. I think it's all a question of root: Luckily is of Germanic origin and Fortunately of Latin origin. The definition of fortunate is someone or something that is lucky or favorable, or someone who is materially well-off. A lucky turn of events is an example of a fortunate turn of events.

A person who will be a good spouse is an example of a fortunate match. As adverbs the difference between fortunately and unfortunately. Fortunately is used to introduce or indicate a statement about an event or situation that is good. Fortunately, the weather that winter was reasonably mild. For example: If they want to win, athletes must exercise every day.