How to Pronounce "for the best"
expression
FOR-thuh-BEST
faw-thuh-BEST
Definition
Used to suggest that something, even if disappointing or difficult now, will have a positive or beneficial result in the end.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɛst
British English
fˈɔː/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɛst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOR-thuh-BEST
UK
faw-thuh-BEST
Listen in Context
Maybe losing that job was for the best.
I know it hurts now, but it’s for the best.
Sometimes, things happen for the best.
Don’t worry, it may be for the best in the long run.