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what is the meaning of better off? what is the meaning of the phrase"better off"? Thank you in advance!
Dec 24, 2018 9:25 PM
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It means that you're in a better situation. For example, "There is a storm coming so you're better off if you stay inside today." It means that since there is a storm coming, it will be better for you to stay inside. It suggests that your situation will be better compared to some alternative. It's commonly used when two people end a relationship/friendship. "She'he never really appreciated you, so you're better off without him/her."
December 24, 2018
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As an addition to Abby's excellent answers the most literal meaning in "English English" is that you have more money than before. "You will be better off if you save money for a rainy day"
December 24, 2018
it maybe mean a way of saying "better conditions"
December 24, 2018
bettre than = in the satisfactory situation than we were be before
December 24, 2018
it maybe mean a way of saying "better conditions"
December 24, 2018
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