safe bet

#. safe bet

 

Hey guys! Today's English expression is a "safe bet." If someone is a "safe bet", it means that it is very likely to happen or something is the best choice. You can use a "safe bet" when you are very confident that what you're saying will happen. Now listen to a conversation between two friends talking about buying a new smartphone.

 

I'm not sure what smartphone I should get next.

> It's difficult to choose because there is a wide selection available nowadays.

I've always used the iPhone so I might just get the newest model! What do you think?

> Yeah, that's a good choice. The iPhone is a safe bet because it's a very reliable phone.

That's true. I don't want to take any risks, so I'll just buy the new iPhone.

 

So, remember we can use a "safe bet" in two situations. First, to talk about something you think is likely to happen. Second, to talk about something that is the best choice. In both situations you are confident with your opinion. Thanks for listening and see you next time.

 

• confident |kɑːnfɪdənt 자신감 있는 (→self-confident) , (전적으로) 확신하는