Rather
Pronunciation: /ˈræðər/
Rather (adv)
- Used to show a preference for one thing over another.
- Used to say something is more than a little, but not extremely.
- Used to correct or replace what you just said with a better one.
Rather (conj)
- Used to show you would prefer one action or situation to another.
Rather (conjunction)
Examples
- I will call you rather than wait all day.
- She left early rather than miss the train.
Rather (adverb)
Examples
- I would rather stay home than go out.
- She rather prefers tea to coffee.