| 词组 | rather adverb of degree rather good etc |
| 释义 | Contents overview rather : adverb of degree ( rather good , etc)565 rather: adverb of degree (rather good, etc)1meaningRather can be used as an adverb of degree. The meaning is similar to 'quite' or 'fairly', but more emphatic (460). This use of rather is less common in American English.The film was rather good.It's rather later than I thought.Some people rather like being miserable.I rather think we're going to lose.Rather often suggests 'more than is usual', 'more than was expected', 'more than is wanted' and similar ideas.'How was the film?''Rather good – I was surprised.'She sings rather well – people often think she's a professional.It's rather warm in here. Let's open a window.2word order with articlesRather generally comes before articles, but can also come after a/an if there is an adjective.That's rather the impression I wanted to give.He's rather a fool.Megan's had rather a good idea. (or Megan's had a rather good idea.)3plural nounsRather is not normally used before a plural noun with no adjective.not They're rather fools.Previous Next |
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