Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
woe-betide
phrase
/woʊ bɪˈtaɪd/
Definition
A phrase used to express that someone will face trouble or misfortune.
Examples
- Woe-betide anyone who crosses the lines set by the law.
- If you disobey the rules, woe-betide you!
Meaning
Woe-betide is often used to warn that something unfortunate is going to happen to someone if they do something wrong or foolish.
Synonyms
- be in trouble
- face consequences
- come to grief
