wish upon a star

== English == === Alternative forms === wish on a star (uncommon) === Etymology === Originates from ancient times. === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /wɪʃ əˈpɒn ə stɑː(ɹ)/ (General American) IPA(key): /wɪʃ əˈpɑn ə stɑɹ/, /wɪʃ əˈpɔn ə stɑɹ/ === Verb === wish upon a star (third-person singular simple present wishes upon a star, present participle wishing upon a star, simple past and past participle wished upon a star) (literally) To make a wish on seeing a shooting star. (figurative) To desire something without putting in any effort for it. ==== Translations ====