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I don't believe it

🇬🇧 UK //aɪ dəʊnt bɪˈliːv ɪt// 🇺🇸 US //aɪ doʊnt bɪˈliv ɪt//

Meaning of I don't believe it

An expression of doubt or disbelief.

In simple words: I think this is not true.

I don't believe it in a sentence

• When she told me she won the lottery, I said, 'I don't believe it!'
• 'I just broke my phone again!' 'I don't believe it.'
• 'He claims he met a celebrity at the store.' 'I don't believe it!'

How to use I don't believe it

Best used in informal conversations to express disbelief or surprise. Not suited for formal situations or written contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a shocked face saying, 'I don't believe it!' while pointing at unbelievable news.

Related words

Collocations with I don't believe it

• I can't believe it
• I really don't believe it
• I just don't believe it

Synonyms for I don't believe it

• no way
• you've got to be kidding
• that's unbelievable
• are you serious
• unreal

Opposites of I don't believe it

• believe it
• accept it

Common mistakes with I don't believe it

• Confusing with 'I can't believe it' which expresses stronger emotions.
• Using it in formal contexts where a more polite expression is needed.

Frequently asked questions about I don't believe it

What does I don't believe it mean?

I think this is not true.

What is the definition of I don't believe it?

An expression of doubt or disbelief.

How do you use I don't believe it in a sentence?

When she told me she won the lottery, I said, 'I don't believe it!'

Can you give another example of I don't believe it?

'I just broke my phone again!' 'I don't believe it.'

What are synonyms for I don't believe it?

Common alternatives include no way, you've got to be kidding, that's unbelievable, are you serious, unreal.

What is the opposite of I don't believe it?

Opposite meanings include believe it, accept it.

What words go with I don't believe it?

It commonly pairs with I can't believe it, I really don't believe it, I just don't believe it.

What are common mistakes when using I don't believe it?

Confusing with 'I can't believe it' which expresses stronger emotions. Using it in formal contexts where a more polite expression is needed.

How do you pronounce I don't believe it?

US: //aɪ doʊnt bɪˈliv ɪt//, UK: //aɪ dəʊnt bɪˈliːv ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I don't believe it formal or informal?

"I don't believe it" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I don't believe it?

Best used in informal conversations to express disbelief or surprise. Not suited for formal situations or written contexts.