instead
Aussprache: [/ɪnˈstɛd/]
Wort
Kontext: „general“
(adverb) used to say that one thing is done or will happen in place of another.
Beispiel
I decided to walk instead of taking the bus.
Beispiel
She chose to drive instead of walking to the store.
Beispiel
Did you choose to read a book instead of watching TV?
Kontext: „opposition“
(adverb) used to show an alternative choice or preference in a situation.
Beispiel
Instead of going out, they stayed home and watched a movie.
Beispiel
I wanted to go shopping instead of staying in.
Beispiel
Would you prefer tea instead of coffee?
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