Rather
This expression is used when stating a preference between two options when neither of them is the best option.
The option presented in the preceding clause is either not a viable option or is considered inappropriate given circumstances, while the following clause represents the option chosen over the previews option.
This expression only attaches to verbs and the word 차라리 or 아예 is often used in the following clause.
This expression can be replaced with -느니 with no major change in meaning.
Used when expressing a preference between two choices, where neither is ideal. The first choice is either not feasible or inappropriate, so the second choice is selected instead.
The words 차라리 or 아예 are often used in the following clause.