How to Pronounce Better

To pronounce "better", say BETT-er — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈbeɾə]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/[ˈbeɾə]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “better”

"better" has 2 syllables: bett-er. It rhymes with setter and letter, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: bettor — easy to mix up when writing.

What does better mean?

noun

  1. An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.

    “He quickly found Ali his better in the ring.”

adjective

  1. Greater in amount or quantity

adjective

  1. (of people)
  2. (of capabilities)

Synonyms

accomplishedall rightdecentnot badsatisfactorywell

Antonyms

badevilpoor

Words that rhyme with better

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

setterletterbettortrendsettersweatergetteretterretternewsletterpacesetterdebtor

Related words

majorfinerimprovedmeliorateimproveameliorateamendadvisable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "better"?▾

"Better" has 2 syllables: bett · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "better"?▾

The IPA transcription of "better" is /[ˈbeɾə]/.

What does "better" mean?▾

Better: An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.

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