rather in Spanish
rather in Spanish is preferiblemente, al contrario, más bien — rather means used to show a preference for one thing over another.
rather in Spanish
preferiblemente
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
al contrario
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
más bien
(conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]
más bien
(conjunctive) Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.) [from 15th c.]
bastante
(degree) Somewhat, quite; to an unexpected degree. [from 16th c.]
algo
(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.
"She is not lazy, or rather, she is simply very tired."
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rather in a sentence
- I would rather stay home than go to the party.
- Would you rather have tea or coffee with your cake?
- The exam was rather difficult.
- It's rather cold outside today.
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What is "rather" in Spanish?
"rather" in Spanish is preferiblemente, al contrario, más bien. 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 Spanish, "rather" is preferiblemente, al contrario, más bien.
Are there other ways to say "rather" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 5 translations listed for "rather": preferiblemente, al contrario, más bien, bastante, algo.
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