You wouldn't dare Meaning in English
expression
ˈju/ /ˈwʊdənt/ /ˈdɛɹ
YOO WUUD-nt DAIR
jˈuː/ /ˈwʊd(ə)nt/ /dˈeə
YOO WUUD-nt DAIR
Definition
This expression is used to challenge someone, meaning you think they don’t have the courage to do something or that they shouldn't try it. It can be playful or serious, depending on the context.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in playful challenges between friends or as a serious warning. Tone of voice is important: playful when joking, firm when serious. Can be shortened to just 'Wouldn't dare!' in some contexts. Do not use in very formal situations.
Spanish: no te atreveríasPortuguese (BR): você não ousariaPortuguese (PT): tu não te atreverias - você não se atreveriaChinese (Simplified): 你不敢Chinese (Traditional): 你不敢Hindi: तुम्हारी इतनी हिम्मत नहीं होगीArabic: لن تجرؤBengali: তুমি সাহস করবে নাRussian: ты бы не посмел - ты не осмелишьсяJapanese: あなたにはできないでしょう - 勇気がないでしょうVietnamese: bạn không dám đâuKorean: 너 감히 못 하겠지 - 감히 못하겠군Turkish: cesaret edemezsinUrdu: تم ہمت نہیں کرو گےIndonesian: kamu tidak akan berani
Example Sentences
You wouldn't dare jump in the pool with your clothes on!
basic
You wouldn't dare eat that hot pepper.
basic
You wouldn't dare wake Mom up this early.
basic
Go ahead, take my fries—you wouldn't dare!
natural
You wouldn't dare tell Dad about this, right?
natural
Seriously...you wouldn't dare mess with her car.
natural