How to Pronounce "build a better mousetrap"
expression
BILD uh BET-er MOWS-trap
BILD uh BET-uh MOWS-trap
Definition
To create a new or improved product, idea, or solution that is significantly better than existing ones. It often refers to innovation or creativity that makes something more effective.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪɫd/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈmaʊˌstɹæp
British English
bˈɪld/ /æɪ/ /bˈɛtɐ/ /mˈaʊsɪtɹˌæp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BILD uh BET-er MOWS-trap
UK
BILD uh BET-uh MOWS-trap
Listen in Context
Many inventors want to build a better mousetrap to solve everyday problems.
Our company tries to build a better mousetrap by making faster and cheaper products.
If you build a better mousetrap, people will notice your work.
Everyone is always trying to build a better mousetrap, but not every new idea succeeds.