No. 37 in Croatian
nego
The Croatian word "nego" means "but," "than," or "instead."
In a sentence
Bolje je učiti, nego gubiti vrijeme.
It's better to study than to waste time.
Here, 'nego' is used to introduce a comparison between two actions, highlighting the preference for the first action over the second.
Nema ništa bolje nego uživati u miru prirode.
There is nothing better than enjoying the peace of nature.
'Nego' in this sentence emphasizes that 'enjoying the peace of nature' is the best among alternatives.
Ovdje radije govorimo hrvatski, nego engleski.
Here we prefer to speak Croatian rather than English.
Here, 'nego' is used to indicate a comparative preference between the two languages spoken.
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