CAN’T BELIEVE MY EYES

What is the Meaning of the Expression
to NOT BELIEVE one’s EYES (or EARS)?

This expression can take several forms, such as:

Note: When you change the subject, remember to change the possessive adjective to match.

to be amazed, or shocked, by what you see (or hear)

This can be used for either positive or a negative experiences.

1. He couldn’t believe his eyes! He was witnessing a robbery.

2. The northern lights were so beautiful. We couldn’t believe our eyes!

3. When we heard they were expecting a baby*, we couldn’t believe our ears!

*expecting a baby means the woman is pregnant