Meaning
La expresión «I can't believe» se utiliza en inglés para expresar sorpresa o incredulidad ante una situación o información. Cuando alguien dice «I can't believe», está indicando que algo es tan inesperado o impresionante que resulta difícil de aceptar o comprender. Esta expresión puede utilizarse tanto en contextos positivos como negativos.
Por ejemplo, si alguien recibe una noticia muy buena, como ganar un premio, podría decir «I can't believe I won!» para mostrar su asombro ante el acontecimiento. En un contexto negativo, si alguien escucha una noticia impactante o decepcionante, como la pérdida de un objeto valioso, podría expresar «I can't believe I lost it» para reflejar su desconcierto.
En resumen, «I can't believe» es una manera de comunicar que algo desafía nuestras expectativas o comprensión, y se emplea frecuentemente en conversaciones cotidianas para enfatizar la magnitud de la sorpresa o incredulidad que se siente.
Today's Sentences
- I can’t believe I tore my pants.
- I can’t believe the traffic today.
- I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
- I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
- I can’t believe how delicious this cake is.
- Writer's Note
01
I can’t believe I tore my pants.
Situation 1
What happened to your pants?
What about my pants?
You’ve got a big hole on the side.
I can’t believe I tore my pants.
Situation 2
I fell while riding my bike.
Oh no, are you okay?
I’m fine but I can’t believe I tore my pants.
I’m glad you aren’t hurt.
And don’t worry about your pants, I’m sure you can sew them or buy new ones.
Y no te preocupes por tus pantalones, estoy seguro de que puedes coserlos o comprar unos nuevos.
02
I can’t believe the traffic today.
Situation 1
I’m so sorry for coming into work late.
That’s okay.
I can’t believe the traffic today.
I heard there was a major collision on the highway this morning.
Situation 2
I can’t believe the traffic today.
Yea, the roads are really bad because it’s been snowing overnight.
It took me twice as long to get to work.
Me too.
03
I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
Situation 1
I’m so excited for our first day on vacation.
Me too.
But it says it’s raining today.
Pero dice que está lloviendo hoy.
I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
Don’t worry.
A little rain won’t keep us from having fun.
Un poco de lluvia no nos impedirá divertirnos.
Situation 2
I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
I know!
I had plans to have a BBQ with my friends.
Tenía planes de hacer una barbacoa con mis amigos.
Maybe we can invite everyone over for a movie or something.
Sure, I’ll ask some of my friends if they have plans.
04
I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
Situation 1
I don’t think I can do it.
I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
A man can be tough but still be afraid of things.
You just don’t look like the type of person to be scared of anything.
Situation 2
I’m so excited for this ride.
Aren’t you?
¿No lo estás tú?
Um..
Really?
I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
No puedo creer que tengas miedo a las alturas.
I hate to admit it but I am.
05
I can’t believe how delicious this cake is.
Situation 1
I can’t believe how delicious this cake is.
It’s my Grandma’s recipe.
You have to share it.
It’s the best cake I’ve ever had.
Es el mejor pastel que he probado.
Sure, I’d love to share the recipe with you.
Situation 2
Happy Birthday!
Thank you.
And thanks for bringing the cake.
Y gracias por traer el pastel.
I’m glad I could celebrate with you.
Have you tried it yet?
¿Ya lo has probado?
I can’t believe how delicious the cake is.
It’s the perfect combination of sweet and fluffy.
Es la combinación perfecta de dulce y esponjoso.
Writer's Note
As an English learner, you may be wary of forming sentences with negation. How do we form negative statements? Here are some examples, "not" or "n’t, won’t, can't, didn't, haven't, doesn't". Let's go over a few sentences together.
- She isn't coming to the party.
- Why didn't you come earlier?
- Isn't that the new candy store?
- It won't be necessary.
- He didn't vote this year.
- I haven't seen him all semester.
- It doesn't seem like the offices are open today.
Keep in mind that statements that contain negation don't always carry a negative meaning. Make sure you pay attention to the context of the statement for a more accurate understanding.