Here goes nothing Meaning in English
expression
ˈhiɹ/ /ˈɡoʊz/ /ˈnəθɪŋ
HEER gohz NUH-thing
hˈiə/ /ɡˈəʊz/ /nˈʌθɪŋ
HEE-uh gohz NUTH-ing
Definition
This is an informal expression used before trying something uncertain or difficult, meaning you don't expect much success but are going to try anyway.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, often used before starting a risky, awkward, or new action. Implies low expectations. Can be playful, nervous, or resigned. Common before making a speech, asking someone out, or attempting a challenge.
Spanish: allá voy - a ver qué pasaPortuguese (BR): lá vou eu - vamos ver o que dáPortuguese (PT): aqui vou eu - vamos lá ver o que dáChinese (Simplified): 试试看 - 死马当活马医Chinese (Traditional): 試試看 - 死馬當活馬醫Hindi: चलो, देखते हैं क्या होता हैArabic: دعنا نجرب - لنرَ ما يحدثBengali: চল শুরু করি - দেখি কী হয়Russian: ну, попробуем - ну, посмотримJapanese: やってみるか - ダメ元でいこうVietnamese: thử xem sao - liều một phenKorean: 한번 해보자 - 망설여지지만 해본다Turkish: hadi bakalım - şansımı deneyeyimUrdu: چلو دیکھتے ہیں - ہو جاتا ہے تو ٹھیک ہےIndonesian: coba saja - ya sudah, dicoba
Example Sentences
Here goes nothing. I'm going to try my luck at this game.
basic
Okay, here goes nothing! I'm calling her now.
basic
Here goes nothing. I'm about to give my first speech.
basic
Well, here goes nothing—wish me luck!
natural
Here goes nothing—let's see if this crazy idea actually works.
natural
I'm not sure this will work, but here goes nothing.
natural