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Didn't think he'd really do it

UK//ˈdɪdnt θɪŋk hiːd ˈrɪəli duː ɪt//US//ˈdɪdnt θɪŋk hid ˈrɪli du ɪt//

Meaning of Didn't think he'd really do it

An expression of disbelief about someone's future actions.

In simple words: I didn't believe he would actually do that.

Didn't think he'd really do it in a sentence

  • I didn't think he'd really do it until I saw him jump off the bridge.
  • She said she would quit, but I didn't think she'd really do it.
  • When he finally asked her out, I didn't think he'd really do it.

How to use Didn't think he'd really do it

Commonly used when expressing disbelief or surprise about someone's actions. Not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

didn't think + clause

Memory hint

Imagine doubting a friend's promise, then being shocked when they follow through.

Related words

Collocations with Didn't think he'd really do it

  • didn't think he'd
  • really do it
  • doubted he would

Synonyms for Didn't think he'd really do it

  • doubted he would do it
  • didn't expect that
  • wasn't sure he'd act

Common mistakes with Didn't think he'd really do it

  • Misuse of 'didn't think' in past vs. present contexts.
  • Confusing it with 'don't think' for present situations.
  • Forgetting to use 'he'd' in informal speech.

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Frequently asked questions about Didn't think he'd really do it

What does Didn't think he'd really do it mean?

I didn't believe he would actually do that.

What is the definition of Didn't think he'd really do it?

An expression of disbelief about someone's future actions.

How do you use Didn't think he'd really do it in a sentence?

I didn't think he'd really do it until I saw him jump off the bridge.

Can you give another example of Didn't think he'd really do it?

She said she would quit, but I didn't think she'd really do it.

What are synonyms for Didn't think he'd really do it?

Common alternatives include doubted he would do it, didn't expect that, wasn't sure he'd act.

What words go with Didn't think he'd really do it?

It commonly pairs with didn't think he'd, really do it, doubted he would.

What are common mistakes when using Didn't think he'd really do it?

Misuse of 'didn't think' in past vs. present contexts. Confusing it with 'don't think' for present situations. Forgetting to use 'he'd' in informal speech.

How do you pronounce Didn't think he'd really do it?

US: //ˈdɪdnt θɪŋk hid ˈrɪli du ɪt//, UK: //ˈdɪdnt θɪŋk hiːd ˈrɪəli duː ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Didn't think he'd really do it?

Commonly used when expressing disbelief or surprise about someone's actions. Not suitable for formal writing.