rather in Japanese
rather in Japanese is 寧ろ, むしろ, 一層 — rather means used to show a preference for one thing over another.
rather in Japanese
寧ろ
Pronounced: mushiro
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
むしろ
Pronounced: mushiro
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
一層
Pronounced: issō
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
寧ろ
Pronounced: mushiro
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
かなり
Pronounced: kanari
(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 Japanese
Common Japanese translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "rather" in Japanese?
"rather" in Japanese is 寧ろ, むしろ, 一層. rather means: Used to show a preference for one thing over another.
How do you pronounce 寧ろ?
"rather" in Japanese is 寧ろ, pronounced "mushiro".
How do you use "rather" in a sentence?
Example: "I would rather stay home than go to the party." In Japanese, "rather" is 寧ろ, むしろ, 一層.
Are there other ways to say "rather" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 4 translations listed for "rather": 寧ろ, むしろ, 一層, かなり.
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