rather
副词
定义 rather 副词
degree
- B1
to a moderate extent; somewhat
It's rather chilly today, isn't it?
That film is rather long; I’m not sure I have time to watch it.
The dishes at this restaurant are rather delicious, but the prices are a bit high.
precision
- B2
more precisely or accurately; to be more exact
He’s due to arrive tomorrow, or rather, if everything goes to plan.
I should say I'm interested in the project, rather than ready to start it.
contrast
on the contrary; instead
This isn't an improvement, but rather a step backward.
I wasn’t upset, but rather disappointed.
片语 rather 副词
- rather than
Used to indicate a preference for one thing over another; instead of.
• I'd rather relax at home today rather than go out to a party.
感叹词
定义 rather 感叹词
certainly; absolutely
"Did you enjoy the concert?" "Rather!"
前置限定词
定义 rather 前置限定词
to a significant extent; very
Actually, she did rather well in that competition.
I have rather a lot of work to finish right now.
成语
- Rather you than me
This is said when someone does not want to do the same thing that another person is doing; expresses relief or disinclination at not being in another person's situation.
• "I have to work on Saturday." "Rather you than me."
- rather you than me
This is said when expressing that one is not willing to do something another person is doing; they are glad it's them and not you.
• "I have to work this weekend." "Rather you than me."