rather in Finnish
rather in Finnish is mieluummin, pikemminkin, vaan — rather means used to show a preference for one thing over another.
rather in Finnish
mieluummin
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
pikemminkin
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
vaan
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
pikemminkin
(conjunctive) Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.) [from 15th c.]
tarkemmin sanottuna
(conjunctive) Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.) [from 15th c.]
aika
(degree) Somewhat, quite; to an unexpected degree. [from 16th c.]
melko
(degree) Somewhat, quite; to an unexpected degree. [from 16th c.]
What does "rather" mean?
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adv Used to show a preference for one thing over another.
"I would rather stay home than go to the party."
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adv To some noticeable degree; somewhat or quite.
"The exam was rather difficult."
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adv Used to correct or clarify a previous statement; more accurately.
"He wasn't angry, but rather disappointed."
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rather in a sentence
- I would rather stay home than go to the party.
- The exam was rather difficult.
- It's rather cold outside today.
- He wasn't angry, but rather disappointed.
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What is "rather" in Finnish?
"rather" in Finnish is mieluummin, pikemminkin, vaan. rather means: Used to show a preference for one thing over another.
How do you use "rather" in a sentence?
Example: "I would rather stay home than go to the party." In Finnish, "rather" is mieluummin, pikemminkin, vaan.
Are there other ways to say "rather" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 6 translations listed for "rather": mieluummin, pikemminkin, vaan, tarkemmin sanottuna, aika, melko.
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