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宁愿
nìngyuàn
Description
"宁愿"的意思是在两个选择里，你更想要哪一个，就算那个选择不太好，你也接受。
"宁愿" means that between two choices, you prefer one even if it is not very good, and you accept it.
我们常常说"宁愿……也不……"，表示强烈的选择。
We often say "宁愿...也不..." to express a strong preference.
Meanings
宁愿nìngyuàn
would rather; prefer to (despite drawbacks)
我宁愿走路，也不坐公交车。
I would rather walk than take the bus.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
often paired with 也不 or 而不 to contrast the rejected option.
- Etymology
宁 (rather) + 愿 (willing), expressing a reluctant but firm preference.
In videos
“对，所以我宁愿我自己真的是在听跟说”
“那我宁愿在家里自己刷手机，这样省钱，”
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