Example: Je ne peux pas en croire mes yeux, c'est incroyable !
Definition
"Ne pas en croire ses yeux" means being unable to believe what one is seeing because it is surprising or unbelievable. It expresses strong astonishment or disbelief at a visual experience, as in the phrase: 'Je ne peux pas en croire mes yeux, c'est incroyable!'
Translations
To not believe one's eyes
No dar crédito a sus ojos
Zijn ogen niet geloven
No donar crèdit als seus ulls
Seinen Augen nicht trauen
Etymology
The expression "Ne pas en croire ses yeux" literally translates to 'not to believe one's eyes.' It originates from the natural human reaction of doubting what one sees when faced with something extraordinary or unexpected. Did you know? This phrase captures the universal feeling of disbelief that transcends cultures.
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To not believe one's eyes