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Not gonna lie
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Not gonna lie
It simply means: To be honest. Or: I’m about to say something truthful, personal, or perhaps a little unexpected.
Examples:
1- Not gonna lie, I was really nervous at the beginning.
2- Not gonna lie, that was much better than I expected.
Sometimes we say things because they’re polite. Sometimes we say things because they’re expected. And sometimes… we say something because it’s simply true.
Like: “Not gonna lie, I was really nervous.” Or: “Not gonna lie, I needed that vacation.”
And that’s exactly where today’s expression comes in: Not gonna lie.
Hi everyone, and welcome to Daily English. Today’s expression is one you’ll hear all the time in movies, podcasts, YouTube videos, and everyday conversations:
Not gonna lie. It simply means: To be honest. Or: I’m about to say something truthful, personal, or perhaps a little unexpected. Let’s look at some examples.
Imagine you’ve just finished giving a presentation at work or in class. Your friend asks: “How did it go?” You smile and say:
“Not gonna lie, I was really nervous at the beginning.”
Or imagine you’ve had an exhausting week full of work and responsibilities. Friday evening arrives, and as you sit down on the couch, you think:
“Not gonna lie, I needed this weekend.”
Or perhaps you’re watching a movie that everyone recommended. You weren’t expecting much, but by the end you’re pleasantly surprised.
You turn to your friend and say:
“Not gonna lie, that was much better than I expected.”
This expression is so common because conversations feel more genuine when people are honest.
It’s a small way of saying:
“Here’s what I really think.”
Now it’s your turn:
Finish this sentence:
“Not gonna lie, I…”
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