What does "Odds are" mean?

it is likely that

Synonym: likely, probable Opposite: unlikely

"Odds are" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Odds are it was recorded.

— Breaking Bad S5E15

Odds are we exist in a computer simulation, but I don't have time to go down that rabbit hole.

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S5E11

Odds are, one will like you.

— Finding Nemo

Look, I know that odds are, the love of my life isn't gonna magically walk through that door in a pumpkin costume at 2:43 in the morning, but this seems as nice a spot as any to just, you know, sit and wait.

— How I Met Your Mother S1E6

Mike, odds are he doesn't know jack shit and he's just using you to get money.

— Suits S7E6

Look, I don't want it to happen, but odds are he's gonna find a way to...

— The Big Bang Theory S7E20

"Odds are" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 6 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

🎬
Learn English from real shows & movies
Save words episode by episode. Study with flashcards. Practice speaking with AI.
Browse Library →

Don't forget "Odds are" — save it to your list for free

Track words from your favourite shows. Flashcards, speaking practice, progress tracking — free forever.

+ Save