How to Pronounce "would rather"
expression
ˈwʊd/ /ˈɹæðɝ/, /ˈɹəðɝ
WOOD RATH-er, WOOD RUH-ther
wˈʊd/ /ɹˈɑːðɐ
wood RAH-thuh
Definition
This expression is used to say someone prefers one thing or action over another, often when making choices.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwʊd/ /ˈɹæðɝ/, /ˈɹəðɝ
British English
wˈʊd/ /ɹˈɑːðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WOOD RATH-er, WOOD RUH-ther
UK
wood RAH-thuh
Listen in Context
I would rather stay at home tonight.
Would you rather eat pizza or pasta?
She would rather walk than drive.
Honestly, I would rather not talk about it right now.