How to Pronounce "better things to do"
expression
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈθɪŋz/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈdu
BET-er THINGZ tuh DOO
bˈɛtɐ/ /θˈɪŋz/ /tˈuː/ /dʉː
BET-uh THINGZ too DOO
Definition
This expression means having other activities or tasks that are more important, enjoyable, or worthwhile than the current one. Often used to politely decline or show disinterest in something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈθɪŋz/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈdu
British English
bˈɛtɐ/ /θˈɪŋz/ /tˈuː/ /dʉː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BET-er THINGZ tuh DOO
UK
BET-uh THINGZ too DOO
Listen in Context
Sorry, I have better things to do this weekend.
He left early because he had better things to do.
I think we all have better things to do than argue.
"Aren't you going to the meeting?" "No, honestly, I've got better things to do."