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I RATHER vs I'D RATHER

Both "I rather" and "I'd rather" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "I'd rather" is the more common and natural way to express a preference or choice. On the other hand, "I rather" is less common and may sound a bit more formal or old-fashioned.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 1003 views

I RATHER

This phrase is correct but less common in modern English. It may sound more formal or old-fashioned.

This phrase can be used to express a preference or choice, but it is less common than "I'd rather."
  • 3. to a limited extent or degree: I rather thought that was the case. 4. with better or more just cause: this text is rather to be deleted than rewritten. 5. more readily ...
  • 2used with a verb to make a statement sound less strong I rather suspect we're making a mistake. We were rather hoping you'd be able to do it by Friday. 3 used  ...
  • I rather thought you would regret it. 3. more properly or justly; with better reason: The contrary is rather to be supposed. 4. sooner; more readily or willingly:.
  • 2.1Used before verbs so as to make the expression of a feeling or opinion less assertive: I rather think he wants me to marry him we were rather hoping you ...

Alternatives:

  • I'd rather
  • I would rather
  • I prefer

I'D RATHER

This phrase is the more common and natural way to express a preference or choice.

This phrase is commonly used to express a preference or choice in everyday English.
  • (Fargo's voice) GOOD, I'D RATHER LET THE COMPUTER DEFENSES TAKE CARE OF YOU ANYWAY.
  • I'D RATHER YOU PUSH ME OFF THE SAME PRECIPICE WHERE MATHEWS DIED.
  • I'D RATHER WORK THE STREET, THANK YOU.
  • NO, I'D RATHER CALL YOU "MRS. S."
  • I THINK I'D RATHER BE EATEN, THEN AT LEAST IT'S QUICK.
  • HOW I'D RATHER BE WITH HER THAN HERE WITH YOU.
  • WHAT? I'D RATHER YOU DIDN'T READ IT RIGHT NOW.
  • I'D RATHER CUT OFF MY HEAD, USE IT AS A PUNCH BOWL THAN GO TO THE CLUB WITH YOU.
  • I'D RATHER HE WAS A SEWAGE ATTENDANT OR A RAT CATCHER.
  • YOU CAN WEAR YOUR T-SHIRT THAT SAYS, "I'D RATHER BE HOME CRYING."
  • I'D RATHER BE ALONE THAN BE WITH HER.
  • NO. I'D RATHER YOU JUST LET THE WHOLE SCHOOL KNOW.
  • I'D RATHER BE A SOUL RUNNING FREE FOR ONE DAY THAN TO BE STUCK IN THIS DECAYING BODY FOREVER.
  • MY LIFE MAY NOT BE PERFECT RIGHT NOW, OR ACTUALLY REALLY, REALLY FAR FROM PERFECT, BUT I'D RATHER BE NUMB THAN BE HURTING.
  • No, I'd rather you find Ethan.
  • I'd rather my mind on it, Bubs.
  • I'd rather have one of those cars.
  • I'd rather have one of these cars we made together by hand.
  • I'd rather die than be forced into a marriage.
  • I'd rather pay than say thanks.

Alternatives:

  • I would rather
  • I prefer

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