Cool MateBet
UK /["/bet/","/bets/","/ˈbetɪŋ/"]/US /["/bet/","/bets/","/ˈbetɪŋ/"]/
Definition
to risk money on a race or an event by trying to predict the result
In simple words: To give money to try to win more money based on a chance.
Examples
- I bet you can't finish that puzzle in under an hour.
- He decided to bet on the horse race this weekend.
- I wouldn't bet my life on that information being accurate.
- She made a bet with her friends about who could eat the hottest pepper.
- You can bet that I will be at the concert tonight!
- They bet high stakes at the poker table.
- He likes to bet on games, especially football.
- I bet you were surprised by the twist in the movie.
- She made a bet with herself to read more books this year.
- You can bet I'll be there to support you.
Usage notes
Used in gambling contexts, particularly in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing or discussions unless discussing gambling laws.
Grammar pattern
bet + object
Memory hint
Imagine a 'bet' is like your best chance to win money!
Collocations
- place a bet
- win a bet
- lose a bet
- bet money
- bet on
Synonyms
- wager
- gamble
- stake
- risk
Antonyms
- withdraw
- abandon
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'bet' with 'bedding' (furniture vs gambling).
- Using 'bet' in a formal context (better for casual).
- Saying 'make a bet' when just 'bet' is enough.