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How to pronounce bet
Say it like this: /ˈbɛt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does bet mean?
nounA wager, an agreement between two parties that a stake (usually money) will be paid by the loser to the winner (the winner being the one who correctly forecast the outcome of an event).
“Dylan owes Fletcher $30 from an unsuccessful bet.”
A candidate (for elections and pageants) or competitor (in multinational sports).
Indicating a degree of certainty, or that something can be relied upon.
“It’s a safe bet that it will rain tomorrow.”
verbTo stake or pledge upon the outcome of an event; to wager.
“I('ll) bet I can run faster than you.”
To be sure of something; to be able to count on something.
“Fancy going for a drink after work? / You bet I do!”
To place money into the pot in order to require others do the same, usually only used for the first person to place money in the pot on each round.
intjExpression of general agreement or acceptance.
“Let me bust a freestyle then (Alright, bet)”
Exclamation indicating acceptance of a challenge or an absurd proposal.
Exclamation of joy at good fortune.
prepbetween
“insert right-hand needle bet 2 sts just knitted”
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