寧ろ — meaning in English

English meaning

• rather adv Used to show a preference for one thing over another.

Senses

寧ろ is used for these senses in English:

• rather Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than) [from 9th c.]
• rather (conjunctive) Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary. [from 14th c.]

rather — full definition

1. adv Used to show a preference for one thing over another.
2. adv To some noticeable degree; somewhat or quite.
3. adv Used to correct or clarify a previous statement; more accurately.

Related Japanese words