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don't bet on it

/doʊnt bɛt ɑn ɪt/ /dəʊnt bɛt ɒn ɪt/
expression Informal
  1. 1 hiç sanmam, pek umutlanma

Definition (English)

Used to say that you doubt something will happen, even though someone expects it.

Example Sentences

  1. The council says the new road will be finished by spring, but don't bet on it.
    Belediye yeni yolun bahara kadar biteceğini söylüyor ama pek umutlanma.
  2. 'Will the landlord fix the heating before winter?' 'Don't bet on it – he's been promising that for months.'
    “Ev sahibi kış gelmeden kaloriferi tamir eder mi?” “Hiç sanmam, aylardır bunu söyleyip duruyor.”

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