raczej
//ˈra.t͡ʂɛj/ | /ˈra.t͡ʂɛj/ | /ˈrɒt.ʂɛj/ | /ˈrat.ʂej/ | /ˈrɒt.ʂej//
Polishparticle
Definitions
- 1.denotes hesitation but a preference towards something; rather; fairly, kind of
Było raczej gorąco.
It was rather hot.
- 2.used to state that a given trait is more apt to describe something as opposed to another; rather; not
Nie byłem głodny, raczej spragniony.
I wasn't hungry, rather thirsty.
- 3.used to replace a previously used word; no wait; actually
On był głodny, spragniony raczej.
He was hungry... actually no, thirsty.
- 4.especially; above all
Etymology
Inherited from Old Polish radszej (comparative degree of rado (“willingly”)) with an affrication of -dsz- due to frequent use. For a similar affrication, compare przecież.