How to Pronounce "all bets are off"
expression
AWL BETS are AWF
AWL BETS AIR OFF
Definition
This expression means that the normal rules or expectations no longer apply, and anything could happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɔɫ/ /ˈbɛts/ /ˈɑɹ/, /ɝ/ /ˈɔf
British English
ˈɔːl/ /bˈɛts/ /ɛə/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWL BETS are AWF
UK
AWL BETS AIR OFF
Listen in Context
After the storm hit, all bets are off about when our power will return.
If the price goes above $100, then all bets are off.
Once the rules changed, all bets are off for who will win.
With the new coach, all bets are off for next season.