Meaning and Origin
Ain’t it the truth - That’s definitely so. This slangy phrase dates back to around 1900. Often delivered with a tinge of regret, it generally implies, “That’s so, but I wish it weren’t.” For example:
“I’ll have to lower the price if I want to sell it fast.”—‘Ain’t it the truth.’”
Synonyms and Similar Terms
- You said it!
- No kidding!
- That’s a fact!
- Truth be told
- It is what it is
Antonyms and Opposites
- Not so fast
- Think again!
- I don’t agree
- Really?
- Are you sure?
Humor-filled Quotes
- “Ain’t it the truth that the only time I get annoyed at traffic is when I’m in it?” — Anon
- “Isn’t it ironic that the only thing constant is change, ain’t it the truth?” — Philosopher P’say
Related Proverbs and Sayings
- “Truth is stranger than fiction.”
- “Honesty is the best policy.”
- “The truth will set you free, but first it will make you miserable.”
Recommended Literature
- Books:
- The Honest Truth by Dan Gemeinhart
- Lying: Moral Choice in Public and Private Life by Sissela Bok
- Poetry:
- The Man He Killed by Thomas Hardy (contains some heavy truths)
- Movies:
- The Invention of Lying (2009)
- A Few Good Men (1992) (“You can’t handle the truth!”)
Quiz Time – Do You Know Your Idioms?
### What's another way to say "Ain’t it the truth"?
- [ ] Couldn't be prouder
- [x] You said it!
- [ ] Make it rain
- [ ] Pump the brakes
> **Explanation:** "You said it!" is just another affirmation expressing the same sentiment as "Ain't it the truth."
### Which of these phrases implies regret in agreement?
- [x] Ain't it the truth
- [ ] Happy as a clam
- [ ] On cloud nine
- [ ] Walking on sunshine
> **Explanation:** "Ain't it the truth" often comes with a pinch of regret when acknowledging an unfortunate reality.
### Identify the genuine phrase.
- [ ] Waving at the moonlight
- [ ] Laughing with fish buckets
- [ ] Dancing with shadows of hope
- [x] Ain't it the truth
> **Explanation:** "Ain't it the truth" is a legitimate idiom, the others are purely imaginative.
### True or False: "Ain't it the truth" dates to about 1900
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Indeed true! This slangy affirmation has been around since roughly 1900.
Let truth be your lamp in the fog of misunderstanding, your beacon in the night. 💡 Stay truthful, stay inspired.
Veritably Veracious 📝
