How to Pronounce "know better"
expression
ˈnoʊ/ /ˈbɛtɝ
NOH BET-er
nˈəʊ/ /bˈɛtɐ
NOH BET-uh
Definition
To be wise or experienced enough not to do something foolish; also, to know what is correct or sensible.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnoʊ/ /ˈbɛtɝ
British English
nˈəʊ/ /bˈɛtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NOH BET-er
UK
NOH BET-uh
Listen in Context
You should know better than to touch the stove when it's hot.
I thought you knew better than to lie to your friends.
He is old enough to know better.
Come on, you know better than that!