How to Pronounce "think better of"
expression
THINK BET-er uhv
think BET-uh ov
Definition
To decide not to do something after considering it again; to change your mind about doing something, usually because of second thoughts or reconsideration.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɪŋk/ /ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈəv
British English
θˈɪŋk/ /bˈɛtɐ/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THINK BET-er uhv
UK
think BET-uh ov
Listen in Context
She almost quit her job but thought better of it.
He was going to say something rude, but thought better of it.
They considered moving abroad but thought better of it.
I was going to confront my boss, but I thought better of it.