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Is this to be believed

🇬🇧 UK //ɪz ðɪs tə biː bɪˈliːvd// 🇺🇸 US //ɪz ðɪs tə bi bɪˈliːvd//

Meaning of Is this to be believed

A rhetorical question asking if something can be considered true or credible.

In simple words: A question asking if something can be trusted or accepted as true.

Is this to be believed in a sentence

• When he said he won the lottery, I thought, 'Is this to be believed?'
• 'Is this to be believed' when I heard she was moving abroad next month?
• After seeing the unbelievable footage, I asked, 'Is this to be believed?'
• 'Is this to be believed?' is what I said after the shocking news report.

How to use Is this to be believed

Use this phrase when expressing doubt or surprise about a situation or statement. It can be formal or informal depending on the context.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a skeptical friend saying, 'Wow, is THIS really believable?'

Related words

Collocations with Is this to be believed

• is this to be believed
• believed by others
• incredible claims
• trustworthy information
• questionable source

Synonyms for Is this to be believed

• Can this be true?
• Is this credible?
• Should I believe this?

Common mistakes with Is this to be believed

• Overusing it in casual conversation - tends to sound too formal.
• Forgetting to add intonation to imply doubt.
• Using with too many exclamation points which can change its tone.

Frequently asked questions about Is this to be believed

What does Is this to be believed mean?

A question asking if something can be trusted or accepted as true.

What is the definition of Is this to be believed?

A rhetorical question asking if something can be considered true or credible.

How do you use Is this to be believed in a sentence?

When he said he won the lottery, I thought, 'Is this to be believed?'

Can you give another example of Is this to be believed?

'Is this to be believed' when I heard she was moving abroad next month?

What are synonyms for Is this to be believed?

Common alternatives include Can this be true?, Is this credible?, Should I believe this?.

What words go with Is this to be believed?

It commonly pairs with is this to be believed, believed by others, incredible claims, trustworthy information, questionable source.

What are common mistakes when using Is this to be believed?

Overusing it in casual conversation - tends to sound too formal. Forgetting to add intonation to imply doubt. Using with too many exclamation points which can change its tone.

How do you pronounce Is this to be believed?

US: //ɪz ðɪs tə bi bɪˈliːvd//, UK: //ɪz ðɪs tə biː bɪˈliːvd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Is this to be believed?

Use this phrase when expressing doubt or surprise about a situation or statement. It can be formal or informal depending on the context.