How to Pronounce "bet the house"
expression
BET-thuh-HOWSS
BET-thuh-HOWSS
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.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈhaʊs
British English
bˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /hʌʊs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BET-thuh-HOWSS
UK
BET-thuh-HOWSS
Listen in Context
He was so sure his team would win, he said he'd bet the house on it.
Would you bet the house on this stock going up?
I wouldn’t bet the house on passing this test.
If you’re that confident, why not bet the house?