How to Pronounce "seen better"
expression
ˈsin/ /ˈbɛtɝ
SEEN BET-er
sˈiːn/ /bˈɛtɐ
SEEN BET-uh
Definition
Used to say that something or someone is in a poor condition now, but was in better shape in the past.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsin/ /ˈbɛtɝ
British English
sˈiːn/ /bˈɛtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEEN BET-er
UK
SEEN BET-uh
Listen in Context
This old jacket has seen better days.
My computer has definitely seen better days.
This building has seen better days.
Honestly, my phone has seen better—it barely works now.