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寧可
nìngkě
Description
「寧可」用来说你更愿意选一个不太好的办法，因为另一个更不好。
"寧可" is used to say you prefer a less good option because the other is worse.
它常常和「也不」一起用，表示你的选择。
It is often used with "也不" to express your choice.
Meanings
寧可nìngkě
would rather; prefer to (choosing the lesser evil)
我寧可走路，也不坐這麼慢的車。
I'd rather walk than take such a slow vehicle.
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Notes
- Etymology
寧 (rather) + 可 (may); often paired with 也不 for the rejected option.
- Nuance
寧可 and 寧願 are nearly interchangeable; both express a reluctant preference.
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