How to pronounce yesterday

Say it like this: /ˈjɛstɹdeɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈjɛstɹdeɪ/

British/ˈjɛstədeɪ/

What does yesterday mean?

nounThe day immediately before today; one day ago.

“Today is the child of yesterday and the parent of tomorrow.”

The past, often in terms of being outdated.

“yesterday's technology”

advOn the day before today.

“I started to watch the video yesterday, but could only finish it this evening.”

As soon as possible.

“I need it yesterday!”

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