Bet the house Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To risk everything you have on one outcome, especially by making a very large bet or decision. Usually used to emphasize taking a big risk because you are certain you will win.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and usually figurative—rarely about literally betting your house. Shows extreme confidence or risk-taking; common in sports, gambling, and finance talk. Similar to 'go all in.' Often used in negative: 'I wouldn't bet the house on it.'
Example Sentences
He was so sure his team would win, he said he'd bet the house on it.
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Would you bet the house on this stock going up?
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I wouldn’t bet the house on passing this test.
basic
If you’re that confident, why not bet the house?
natural
She told me she’d bet the house that it won’t rain tomorrow.
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Honestly, I wouldn’t bet the house on him showing up on time.
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