How to Pronounce "better angels"
expression
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈeɪndʒəɫz
BET-er AYN-juhlz
bˈɛtɐ/ /ˈeɪndʒəlz
BET-uh AYN-juhlz
Definition
The phrase 'better angels' means the good, kind, or morally right parts of a person's character. It refers to someone's conscience or positive instincts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛtɝ/ /ˈeɪndʒəɫz
British English
bˈɛtɐ/ /ˈeɪndʒəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BET-er AYN-juhlz
UK
BET-uh AYN-juhlz
Listen in Context
In times of trouble, we should listen to our better angels.
Let your better angels guide your actions.
He tried to follow his better angels and forgive.
Sometimes it's hard to listen to our better angels when we're upset.