rather in German
rather in German is eher, lieber, im Gegenteil — rather means used to show a preference for one thing over another.
rather in German
eher
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
lieber
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
im Gegenteil
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
sondern
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
eher
(conjunctive) Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.) [from 15th c.]
um genau zu sein
(conjunctive) Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.) [from 15th c.]
ziemlich
(degree) Somewhat, quite; to an unexpected degree. [from 16th c.]
eher
(degree) Somewhat, quite; to an unexpected degree. [from 16th c.]
recht
(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."
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.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "rather" in German?
"rather" in German is eher, lieber, im Gegenteil. 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 German, "rather" is eher, lieber, im Gegenteil.
Are there other ways to say "rather" in German?
Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "rather": eher, lieber, im Gegenteil, sondern, um genau zu sein, ziemlich.
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