eher
Meaning and Usage
"Eher" is an adverb in German that means "rather" or "more" in English. It is often used to express a preference, likelihood, or tendency towards something.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "eher" does not have a specific prefix, root, or suffix. It is derived from the Middle High German "ēr" which means "early" or "soon".
Comparisons between German and English
The word "eher" is similar to the English word "rather" in its usage to express preference or likelihood.
Example Sentences
- Ich trinke eher Tee als Kaffee. (I prefer tea rather than coffee.)
- Es ist eher kalt heute. (It's rather cold today.)
- Er wird eher gehen. (He will leave sooner.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "eher," think of it as expressing a preference or tendency, similar to the English word "rather."
Additional Vocabulary
- Lieber (adverb) - rather
- Vielleicht (adverb) - perhaps, maybe
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
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Conjugation (for verbs)
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