Cool MateMeaning of It wouldn't
A phrase indicating something is not likely or possible.
In simple words: A phrase that means something is unlikely to happen.
It wouldn't in a sentence
- It wouldn't be safe to walk alone at night.
- I thought it wouldn't rain today, but the weather changed.
- If I had known, it wouldn't have happened.
- He said it wouldn't matter if we were late.
- Honestly, it wouldn't surprise me if she canceled again.
How to use It wouldn't
Commonly used in casual conversation to express doubt about a situation. Use it in contexts where you want to disagree with a possibility.
Grammar pattern
negative conditional phrase
Memory hint
Think of 'wouldn't' as 'would not' - a negative outlook.
Related words
Collocations with It wouldn't
- it wouldn't happen
- it wouldn't make sense
- it wouldn't hurt
- it wouldn't change anything
Synonyms for It wouldn't
- it might not
- it is unlikely
- it will not
- it could not
Common mistakes with It wouldn't
- Using 'wouldn't' instead of 'would' in positive sentences.
- Confusing the meaning with 'it would' which expresses certainty.
- Misplacing the phrase in a sentence leading to confusion.
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Frequently asked questions about It wouldn't
What does It wouldn't mean?
A phrase that means something is unlikely to happen.
What is the definition of It wouldn't?
A phrase indicating something is not likely or possible.
How do you use It wouldn't in a sentence?
It wouldn't be safe to walk alone at night.
Can you give another example of It wouldn't?
I thought it wouldn't rain today, but the weather changed.
What are synonyms for It wouldn't?
Common alternatives include it might not, it is unlikely, it will not, it could not.
What words go with It wouldn't?
It commonly pairs with it wouldn't happen, it wouldn't make sense, it wouldn't hurt, it wouldn't change anything.
What are common mistakes when using It wouldn't?
Using 'wouldn't' instead of 'would' in positive sentences. Confusing the meaning with 'it would' which expresses certainty. Misplacing the phrase in a sentence leading to confusion.
How do you pronounce It wouldn't?
US: //ɪt ˈwʊdənt//, UK: //ɪt ˈwʊd(ə)nt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use It wouldn't?
Commonly used in casual conversation to express doubt about a situation. Use it in contexts where you want to disagree with a possibility.