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UK//juː ˈbɛtə bi ˈrʌnɪŋ//US//juː ˈbɛtər bi ˈrʌnɪŋ//

Meaning of You better be running

A phrase urging someone to move quickly.

In simple words: You should be moving quickly.

You better be running in a sentence

  • You better be running to catch that train!
  • If you want to make it to the game, you better be running now!
  • When I saw the dog chasing you, I shouted, 'You better be running!'
  • You better be running if you want to join us for dinner.
  • Mom yelled, 'You better be running if you're going to be late!'

How to use You better be running

Use this phrase to encourage someone to move quickly. It’s informal and often implies urgency or a warning.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Think of someone chasing after a bus and saying 'You better be running!'

Related words

Collocations with You better be running

  • better be careful
  • better be ready
  • better be safe

Synonyms for You better be running

Common mistakes with You better be running

  • Confused about using 'be' with other tenses.
  • Omitting 'better' and using only 'You running'.
  • Using it in formal contexts where it's too casual.

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Frequently asked questions about You better be running

What does You better be running mean?

You should be moving quickly.

What is the definition of You better be running?

A phrase urging someone to move quickly.

How do you use You better be running in a sentence?

You better be running to catch that train!

Can you give another example of You better be running?

If you want to make it to the game, you better be running now!

What are synonyms for You better be running?

Common alternatives include hurry up, step on it, move faster.

What words go with You better be running?

It commonly pairs with better be careful, better be ready, better be safe.

What are common mistakes when using You better be running?

Confused about using 'be' with other tenses. Omitting 'better' and using only 'You running'. Using it in formal contexts where it's too casual.

How do you pronounce You better be running?

US: //juː ˈbɛtər bi ˈrʌnɪŋ//, UK: //juː ˈbɛtə bi ˈrʌnɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You better be running?

Use this phrase to encourage someone to move quickly. It’s informal and often implies urgency or a warning.