1. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
[Do we have to use the fingers of both hands? No, only one hand. Right or left, it doesn't matter. Or do we use the right fingers alone? Do we have to show the back of the hand or the palm of the hand in this case?] Usually this is just a saying, meaning, "I wish you good luck." But if you actually show someone your crossed fingers, you'd probably hold your hand up with the palm facing your friend.
2. I'll cross my fingers for you.
[Is this one the same as #1? Do you use this expression frequently?]
Yes, this is the same as #1. You could use either expression. And if someone REALLY wants to show emphasis, s/he might say, "I'm crossing my fingers and toes for you!" (Of course the latter is impossible, but if anyone says something like that, s/he simply is emphasizing the idea of wishing someone good luck.
1. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
[Do we have to use the fingers of both hands? Or do we use the right fingers alone? Do we have to show the back of the hand or the palm of the hand in this case?]
2. I'll cross my fingers for you.
[Is this one the same as #1? Do you use this expression frequently?]
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