How to Pronounce "better left unsaid"
expression
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈɫɛft/ /ənˈsɛd
BET-er LEFT uhn-SED
bˈɛtɐ/ /lˈɛft/ /ʌnsˈɛd
BET-uh LEFT un-SED
Definition
Used when suggesting that it is better not to speak about something, often because it would cause harm, discomfort or unnecessary complications.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈɫɛft/ /ənˈsɛd
British English
bˈɛtɐ/ /lˈɛft/ /ʌnsˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BET-er LEFT uhn-SED
UK
BET-uh LEFT un-SED
Listen in Context
Some secrets are better left unsaid.
What happened at the party is better left unsaid.
There are times when things are better left unsaid.
Honestly, some family arguments are just better left unsaid.