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/ju ˈbɛt/
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An informal, emphatic yes or friendly reply to thanks.
Practice using you bet in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • “Was the hike worth it?” “You bet!”
  • “Thanks for the lift.” “You bet.”
  • “Can you help tomorrow?” “You bet.”
  • “Will she remember that mistake?” “You bet she will.”
  • “Do you want another slice?” “You bet I do.”

Similar words

absolutely
sure thing
certainly
of course

Meanings

Emphatic agreement

conversation
informal
An informal response meaning certainly, including as a friendly response to thanks.

Examples

  • “Can you help tomorrow?” “You bet.”
  • “Was the hike worth it?” “You bet!”
  • “Will she remember that mistake?” “You bet she will.”
  • “Thanks for the lift.” “You bet.”
  • “Do you want another slice?” “You bet I do.”

Similar words

certainly
of course
absolutely
sure thing

Etymology

From the idea that the answer is so certain one could bet on it.

FAQ

What does you bet mean?

It means certainly; it can also answer a thank you.

Is you bet informal?

Yes. It is natural in relaxed conversation.

Can you bet answer thanks?

Yes. It can mean you are welcome.

Can you bet be followed by a clause?

Yes: “You bet she will” strongly affirms the prediction.

Does you bet involve gambling?

No. The fixed expression conveys certainty rather than a literal wager.

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