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Can't believe

🇬🇧 UK //kɑːnt bɪˈliːv// 🇺🇸 US //kænt bɪˈliv//

Meaning of Can't believe

To express strong disbelief or astonishment about something.

In simple words: to be very surprised or shocked by something

Can't believe in a sentence

• I can't believe you won the lottery!
• She can't believe how quickly the time has passed.
• They can't believe he would do something like that.
• I can't believe it’s already 2023.

How to use Can't believe

Used when expressing disbelief or shock. Common in everyday conversation. Avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

can't believe + object

Memory hint

Think of a person covering their mouth in shock with 'can't believe' on their lips.

Related words

Collocations with Can't believe

• can't believe my eyes
• can't believe it's true
• can't believe you did that
• can't believe how fast
• can't believe what happened

Synonyms for Can't believe

• can't accept
• find hard to believe
• shocked
• astonished
• amazed

Opposites of Can't believe

• can believe
• accept
• trust
• have faith in

Common mistakes with Can't believe

• Using 'don't believe' instead of 'can't believe'.
• Confusing it with 'can believe' which has a different meaning.
• Omitting the object after 'can't believe'.

Frequently asked questions about "Can't believe"

What does "Can't believe" mean?

to be very surprised or shocked by something

What is the definition of "Can't believe"?

To express strong disbelief or astonishment about something.

How do you use "Can't believe" in a sentence?

I can't believe you won the lottery!

Can you give another example of "Can't believe"?

She can't believe how quickly the time has passed.

What are synonyms for "Can't believe"?

Common alternatives include can't accept, find hard to believe, shocked, astonished, amazed.

What is the opposite of "Can't believe"?

Opposite meanings include can believe, accept, trust, have faith in.

What words go with "Can't believe"?

It commonly pairs with can't believe my eyes, can't believe it's true, can't believe you did that, can't believe how fast, can't believe what happened.

What are common mistakes when using "Can't believe"?

Using 'don't believe' instead of 'can't believe'. Confusing it with 'can believe' which has a different meaning. Omitting the object after 'can't believe'.

How do you pronounce "Can't believe"?

US: //kænt bɪˈliv//, UK: //kɑːnt bɪˈliːv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Can't believe"?

Used when expressing disbelief or shock. Common in everyday conversation. Avoid in very formal writing.