How to Pronounce "bettered"
word
ˈbɛtɝd
BET-erd
bˈɛtəd
BET-uhd
Definition
To improve something or someone, or to do better than someone else. Used when something is made better or a record/achievement is surpassed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛtɝd
British English
bˈɛtəd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BET-erd
UK
BET-uhd
Listen in Context
She bettered her test score this year.
The athlete bettered his previous record.
They have bettered the living conditions in their town.
Over the years, he bettered himself through hard work.