How to Pronounce "better for it"
expression
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
BET-er faw(r) it
bˈɛtɐ/ /fˈɔː/ /ˈɪt
BET-uh faw it
Definition
If you are 'better for it,' experiencing something made you improved or stronger in some way. Often used at the end of a story about overcoming a challenge.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
British English
bˈɛtɐ/ /fˈɔː/ /ˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BET-er faw(r) it
UK
BET-uh faw it
Listen in Context
After moving abroad, she was better for it.
He learned from his mistakes and became better for it.
The team faced many challenges, but they are better for it now.
It was a tough year, but honestly, I'm better for it.