与其 (yǔ qí): rather than

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 6conjunction

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rather than... (used in expressions of the form 與其|与其[yu3 qi2] + {verb1} + 不如[bu4 ru2] + {verb2} ""rather than {verb1}

表示在比较两种做法或情况后，选择后一种，而不选择前一种。常和“不如”“宁可”等搭配使用，构成“与其……不如……”或“与其……宁可……”的格式，意思是“比起前一种情况，后一种更合适、更应该选择”。例如：与其在家等着，不如出去找找。也可单独用在上半句，表示比较后不选这个而选另一个。

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HSK 4

(formal) and

HSK 5

his

Rather than sleeping at home on the weekend, it's better to go for a walk in the park and breathe fresh air.

Rather than buying such an expensive designer bag, it's better to save the money and travel in the future.

Rather than being gloomy alone, it's better to chat with friends, and you'll feel much better.

Rather than complaining that work is too tiring, it's better to think about how to improve efficiency and finish the task earlier.

Rather than ordering takeout every day, it's better to learn to cook yourself; it's both healthier and saves money.

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