rather
ra
ˈræ
ther
ðər
dhēr
British pronunciation
/ˈrɑːðə/

英語での「rather」の定義と意味

rather
01

かなり, むしろ

to a somewhat notable, considerable, or surprising degree
rather definition and meaning
example
He was rather late for the meeting.
彼は会議にかなり遅れました。
02

むしろ, 寧ろ

used to introduce an idea that contrasts with or corrects the previous one
rather definition and meaning
example
The issue is n't laziness. Rather, it's a lack of direction.
問題は怠惰ではありません。むしろ、それは方向性の欠如です。
2.1

むしろ, またはより正確には

used to correct or clarify a previous statement more precisely
example
I fell, or rather slipped, on the icy steps.
私は転んだ、というよりむしろ滑った、凍った階段で。
2.2

むしろ, 好ましくは

used to indicate replacement or contrast between two things
example
She laughed rather than cried.
彼女は泣くより笑った。
03

むしろ, 好んで

used to indicate preference or a greater inclination toward something
example
He would rather help you than ignore the situation.
彼は状況を無視するよりむしろあなたを助けたいだろう。
04

むしろ, かなり

used before verbs to suggest something politely or with reduced force
example
I rather hope it does n't rain tomorrow.
明日雨が降らないことをむしろ願っています。
rather
01

もちろん!, 喜んで!

‌used as a positive response to a suggestion or question
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example
Would you enjoy another game of tennis? — Rather! It was great fun.
もう一回テニスの試合を楽しみますか?— むしろ!とても楽しかったです。
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