Meaning of Idiom ‘I Hope Not’
I hope not is used to say that you do not want something to happen or you do not want something to be true.
See also I Hope So
Examples Of Use
“I think the game is going to be canceled because of the rain,” said Tori. “Well, I hope not,” replied Nick.
“I think we are going lose the election but I hope not.”
“I think I may need a new transmission in my car. I hope not! That’s so expensive.”
“Are we going to have to cancel our trip because of work?” asked Shelly. “I hope not,” said Patel.
“It seems like this pandemic is going to go on forever,” said Forest. “I sure hope not!” said Carrie.
Origin
Used since at least the latter part of the 1800s.
