Had Better vs. Would Better
Which one is correct?
'Had better' is the correct phrase. 'Would better' does not exist but it is often confused by learners as subject + would can be contracted into subject + 'd. The same contraction happens with 'had better' and therefore some learners make this mistake.
Had better
'Had better' is counted as a 'semi-modal verb.'
'Had better' is used to show what is the best thing to do. It is mainly used in its contracted form. It is commonly used to give warnings. Have a look:
Example
I'd better get a ticket before it sells out.
You'd better eat before the food is cold.
Subject + would + main verb + better + …
Take a look at the following examples:
Example
It would be better for you to stay in bed.
It would be better that he double checks everything.
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