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GrammarJLPT N3

rather

Adverb

Also written as 寧ろ

Definitions

1. rather
2. better

This adverb means "rather" or "instead," used when suggesting that one option is preferable or more accurate than another. It often implies a mild correction or contrast, as in saying something is more one way than another.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

In the morning, rice is more settling than bread for me.

Sentence 2

This proposal — isn't it more realistic than dangerous?

Sentence 3

Today I'm more in the mood for a walk than a movie.

Sentence 4

It's actually faster to go by bike than by train.

Sentence 5

That joke isn't so much funny as it is just painful!