Betide — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /bi-ˈtīd/ be·tide

Meaning & Definition of Betide

Betide (verb)

  1. to happen especially as if by fate
  2. to happen to, befall —used chiefly in the phrase woe betide

Betide (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to take place

    "we will be happy in our new home, whatever may betide"

    similar: be, befall, chance, come, come about, come down, come off, cook, do, go down (slang), go on, hap, happen, occur, pass, transpire, come to pass
    related: break, develop, rise, shape (up), arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up), intervene, fall out, follow, result, turn out, go off, proceed

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Betide

The most common words with a similar meaning to Betide:

Slang: go down
be, befall, chance, come, come about, come down, come off, cook, do, go on, hap, happen, occur, pass, transpire, come to pass

Related Words for Betide

break, develop, rise, shape (up), arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up), intervene, fall out, follow, result, turn out, go off, proceed

Word Forms of Betide

Inflections: betided, betiding, betides

Origin & Etymology of Betide

First known use: 12th centuryi

Words & Phrases Containing Betide

woe to/betide

Frequently Asked Questions about Betide

What does "Betide" mean?

"Betide" means to happen especially as if by fate. As a verb, it is defined as: to happen especially as if by fate.

What is another word for "Betide"?

Other words for "Betide" include be, befall, chance, come, come about, come down, come off and cook. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Betide" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Betide"?

There are 33 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Betide". Common alternatives include be, befall, chance, come, come about, come down, come off, cook, do and go down.

How do you use "Betide" in a sentence?

Examples of "Betide" in a sentence: "we will be happy in our new home, whatever may betide".

Is "Betide" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Betide" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Betide"?

"Betide" is pronounced /bi-ˈtīd/ and divided into syllables as be·tide.

What is the origin of the word "Betide"?

First known use: 12th centuryi.

What is another word for "Betide" meaning "to take place"?

When "Betide" (verb) means to take place, synonyms include be, befall, chance, come, come about and come down.