I agree

[0050] You bet

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English Idioms
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Explanation

  • An informal way of saying Yes, definitely, Certainly, or You're welcome.
  • Expresses strong affirmation, agreement, or acknowledgement.

Origin

  • American English slang, likely emerged in the late 19th or early 20th century.
  • Comes from the idea of being so sure of something that you would bet money on it. You can bet on it.
  • Shortened to You bet.

Synonyms & Related Expressions

  • (Affirmation/Agreement): Definitely, Absolutely, Certainly, Sure thing, For sure.
  • (You're welcome): No problem, Don't mention it, Anytime, Sure thing, My pleasure.

Alternatives

Slang/Informal:

  • Fo' sho'. (AAVE, short for For sure)
  • Bet. (Similar confident affirmation)
  • Damn straight. (Stronger, slightly vulgar affirmation)
  • You know it.
  • Count on it.

Vulgar/Emphatic (For affirmation/agreement):

  • Fuck yeah.
  • Fuckin' A.
  • Damn right.

Milder/Standard:

  • Yes, certainly.
  • Of course.
  • Indeed.
  • (As You're welcome): You are very welcome.

Situational Appropriateness

  • Informal to semi-formal depending on context and tone.
  • Common in friendly conversation, customer service (can sound folksy/friendly).
  • Might be slightly too informal for very formal settings.
  • Using it for You're welcome is generally very casual.

Misunderstanding Warnings

  • Non-native speakers might be confused by the gambling connection (bet) if they don't know the idiom.
  • Clarify whether it means Yes or You're welcome based on context (e.g., response to a question vs. response to Thank you).

Examples

  • (Affirmation): Are you coming to the party? You bet!
  • (Agreement): This is the best ice cream ever. You bet it is.
  • (You're welcome): Thanks for your help! You bet!

Dialogue

Context

Friend 1: Hey, can you give me a ride tomorrow morning?

Friend 2: You bet. What time?

Friend 1: 7:30 AM work?

Friend 2: Yep, sounds good.

(Later)

Friend 1: Thanks again for the ride!

Friend 2: You bet!

Social Media Examples

  • Reply to Are you watching the game tonight? -> You bet! Got my snacks ready. 🏈
  • Comment on a post: Thanks for sharing this helpful tip! -> Author reply: You bet! Glad it helped.
  • Chat: A: Can I count on you? B: You bet 👍

Response Patterns

  • (After affirmation/agreement): Great!, Awesome!, Alright!
  • (After You're welcome): A smile, Thanks again, or moving on.

Common Follow-up Questions/Actions

After You bet! confirming attendance/action:

  • Might be followed by details (Great! See you there around 8?).

After You bet! expressing agreement:

  • The conversation might continue on the agreed topic (Right? I could eat this all day.).

After You bet! as You're welcome:

  • The interaction often concludes there, or the person who said thanks might proceed with what they needed help with.

Conversation Starter

  • No.
  • Always a response.

Intonation

  • Generally enthusiastic and positive.
  • Stress on bet. You BET!
  • Falling intonation, sounds confident.
  • When used as You're welcome, it's often lighter and quicker.

Generation Differences

  • Understood by most generations, but perhaps feels most natural for Gen X and Baby Boomers. Still commonly used.
  • Younger generations might use For sure, Definitely, or Bet more often for affirmation.

Regional Variations

  • Strongly associated with American English, particularly the Midwest and West, but widely understood.
  • Less common in British or Australian English, where Definitely, Sure, or No worries (for You're welcome) might be preferred.
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