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UK//jʊ ɑː wɜːs ðən ðɛm//US//ju ɑr wɜrs ðæn ðɛm//

Meaning of You are worse than them

You are not as good as others in some way.

In simple words: You are not as good as them.

You are worse than them in a sentence

  • When it comes to playing soccer, you are worse than them.
  • In cooking, you are worse than them; their dishes always taste better.
  • If you keep doing that, you'll show everyone that you are worse than them.
  • It’s obvious you are worse than them at this game based on your score.
  • No offense, but you are worse than them when it comes to teamwork.

How to use You are worse than them

Used in casual conversations to compare someone negatively. Avoid in formal situations or if being polite is important.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of 'worse' as 'worse off' – like being sadder than others.

Related words

Collocations with You are worse than them

  • better or worse
  • you are worse
  • worse performance

Synonyms for You are worse than them

  • less capable than them
  • not as good as them
  • inferior to them

Common mistakes with You are worse than them

  • Confused with 'you are better than them'.
  • Incorrectly use 'worse' when meaning 'bad'.
  • Using it in a sarcastic tone when it's not appropriate.

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Frequently asked questions about You are worse than them

What does You are worse than them mean?

You are not as good as them.

What is the definition of You are worse than them?

You are not as good as others in some way.

How do you use You are worse than them in a sentence?

When it comes to playing soccer, you are worse than them.

Can you give another example of You are worse than them?

In cooking, you are worse than them; their dishes always taste better.

What are synonyms for You are worse than them?

Common alternatives include less capable than them, not as good as them, inferior to them.

What words go with You are worse than them?

It commonly pairs with better or worse, you are worse, worse performance.

What are common mistakes when using You are worse than them?

Confused with 'you are better than them'. Incorrectly use 'worse' when meaning 'bad'. Using it in a sarcastic tone when it's not appropriate.

How do you pronounce You are worse than them?

US: //ju ɑr wɜrs ðæn ðɛm//, UK: //jʊ ɑː wɜːs ðən ðɛm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You are worse than them formal or informal?

"You are worse than them" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You are worse than them?

Used in casual conversations to compare someone negatively. Avoid in formal situations or if being polite is important.