What is the meaning of “you bet!”?

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I often hear the term "you bet!". What does it mean?

psmears · Answer 1 · 2011-03-26 11:22:30Z

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It means that some is sure of what they say, that they are (figuratively) ready to bet on it. The New Oxford American Dictionary has:

you bet: (informal) you may be sure; certainly: “Would you like this piece of pie?” — “You bet!”

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Michael Easter · Answer 2 · 2011-03-26 11:51:48Z

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Informally, it means enthusiastic agreement with a premise or question.

Do you think you can find a home for this puppy? -- You bet!

answered Mar 26 '11 at 11:51

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