How to Pronounce "rather"
word
/ˈɹæðɝ/, /ˈɹəðɝ/
RA-thur, RUH-thur
/ɹˈɑːðɐ/
RAH-thuh
Definition
'Rather' can mean 'somewhat' or 'to a certain degree', or it can express a preference for one thing over another.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹæðɝ/, /ˈɹəðɝ/
British English
/ɹˈɑːðɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RA-thur, RUH-thur
UK
RAH-thuh
Listen in Context
It's rather cold today.
Would you rather have tea or coffee?
She finished the test rather quickly.
I'd rather stay home tonight than go out.