Meaning of the word "expect disappointment and you will never be disappointed" in English
What does "expect disappointment and you will never be disappointed" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
expect disappointment and you will never be disappointed
US /ɪkˈspɛkt ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt ænd ju wɪl ˈnɛvər bi ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/
UK /ɪkˈspɛkt ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt ənd ju wɪl ˈnɛvə bi ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/
Phrase
a cynical or pessimistic outlook suggesting that by having low expectations, one can avoid the pain of being let down
Example:
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I know it sounds pessimistic, but expect disappointment and you will never be disappointed.
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MJ's motto in the movie was 'expect disappointment and you will never be disappointed'.