How to Pronounce "don't bother"
expression
ˈdoʊn/, /ˈdoʊnt/ /ˈbɑðɝ
DOHNT BAH-thur
dəʊnt/ /bˈɒðɐ
DOHNT BODH-uh
Definition
Said to tell someone that something is not necessary, so they do not need to make extra effort or trouble themselves. It can also mean that something is not worth the effort.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdoʊn/, /ˈdoʊnt/ /ˈbɑðɝ
British English
dəʊnt/ /bˈɒðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOHNT BAH-thur
UK
DOHNT BODH-uh
Listen in Context
Please don't bother washing the dishes—I will do them later.
You don't bother coming early; the meeting starts at nine.
If you forgot your book, don't bother going back for it.
'Need a hand?' 'No, thanks! Really, don't bother.'