lieber

See also: Lieber

German

Etymology

Comparative of lieb. Compare English liever.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈliːbɐ/
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Adjective

lieber

  1. comparative degree of lieb
  2. nominative singular of lieb
    (in a letter) Lieber Hans ― Dear Johnny

Adverb

lieber

  1. comparative degree of gern; rather, better, by preference
    Ich nehme lieber das Fahrrad als das Auto.
    I would rather take the bicycle than the car.
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