No. 145 in Estonian
pigem
"Rather" or "more likely."
In a sentence
Ma tahaksin pigem kohvi kui teed.
I would rather have coffee than tea.
In this context, 'pigem' is used to express a preference.
Tule taevas appi, pigem oleksin kodus kui siin.
My goodness, I'd rather be at home than here.
Here, 'pigem' is used to indicate choice or preference in a situation.
See ei ole halb, pigem on see väga kasulik.
It's not bad; rather, it's very useful.
In this sentence, 'pigem' serves as a contrast indicator to clarify or emphasize the positive aspect.
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