Example: To believe it or not, she finished the race first.
Definition
"To believe it or not" is an expression used to introduce a surprising or unexpected statement, inviting the listener to accept or question its truth. It often emphasizes that the fact may seem unbelievable but is actually true.
Translations
créelo o no
geloof het of niet
ho creguis o no
que tu le croies ou non
ob du es glaubst oder nicht
Etymology
The phrase "to believe it or not" comes from the combination of the verb 'believe' and the phrase 'or not,' which offers a choice to accept or reject the following statement. It has been used in English for centuries to highlight surprising truths, adding a conversational and emphatic tone.
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"To believe it or not" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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