Meaning & Definition of Betide in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To happen or occur (usually used in the context of something that is expected to happen).

  Example Sentence: Little did she know what would betide her on that fateful day.

• Definition: To come to pass; to take place.

  Example Sentence: Whatever may betide, I will stand by you.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'betiden', from the Old English 'betīdan', meaning to happen.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• what may betide: what may happen in the future
• betide one’s fate: to determine what will happen to someone
• betide the worst: to expect or fear the worst outcome

Translations

• Spanish: suceder

• French: survenir

• German: geschehen

• Russian: случиться

Related Words

• befall: to happen or occur to someone, usually in a negative way

• arise: to come into being or to become apparent

Slang Meanings of betide

• Meaning: to face consequences

  Example Sentence: If you don't study for the exam, whatever may betide you!

• Meaning: to be inevitable

  Example Sentence: With that attitude, trouble is sure to betide.