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Instead

ɪnˈstɛd
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
700 - 800
700 - 800
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Instead -

as an alternative or in place of someone or something

Voorbeeld: I'll have tea instead of coffee.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: daily conversations, formal writing
Opmerking: Commonly used to indicate a preference or substitution

on the contrary; rather

Voorbeeld: I didn't go out. Instead, I stayed home and read a book.
Gebruik: formalContext: written discourse, formal speeches
Opmerking: Used to introduce a contrasting idea or action

Synoniemen van Instead

rather

Used to indicate a preference or choice between two options.
Voorbeeld: I would rather stay home than go out tonight.
Opmerking: While 'instead' implies a substitution or alternative, 'rather' conveys a preference or choice.

alternatively

Introduces another possibility or choice in place of the original one.
Voorbeeld: You can take the bus, or alternatively, you could walk to the station.
Opmerking: Similar to 'instead,' 'alternatively' suggests a different option but with a focus on presenting an alternative choice.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Instead

in place of

To use or have something instead of something else.
Voorbeeld: I'll have tea in place of coffee this morning.
Opmerking: This phrase specifically refers to substituting one thing for another.

as an alternative

To suggest another option or choice instead of the original one.
Voorbeeld: You can use a phone as an alternative if your computer is not working.
Opmerking: This phrase emphasizes offering another choice or option.

rather than

Indicates a preference for one option over another.
Voorbeeld: I prefer to walk rather than take the bus.
Opmerking: This phrase highlights a clear preference for one choice over another.

in lieu of

Instead of; in place of.
Voorbeeld: We decided to have a picnic in the park in lieu of going to a restaurant.
Opmerking: This phrase is more formal and often used in written or formal contexts.

in favor of

To choose or support one option over another.
Voorbeeld: I chose to stay home in favor of going out with friends.
Opmerking: This phrase implies a decision made in support of one option over another.

on the contrary

Used to introduce a statement that contradicts or disagrees with what has been said.
Voorbeeld: I didn't forget; on the contrary, I remembered it very well.
Opmerking: This phrase is used to present an opposing viewpoint or fact.

in contrast to

To show how two things are different or opposite to each other.
Voorbeeld: In contrast to last year, this year's sales have increased significantly.
Opmerking: This phrase is used to highlight differences between two things.

on the other hand

Used to introduce a contrasting or different point of view.
Voorbeeld: I like summer for its warmth, but on the other hand, I enjoy winter sports.
Opmerking: This phrase introduces an alternative viewpoint or perspective.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Instead

instead of

Used to indicate a choice between two options, where one is preferred over the other.
Voorbeeld: I'll have coffee instead of tea.
Opmerking:

on the flip side

Used to introduce an alternative perspective or situation.
Voorbeeld: I didn't go to the party; on the flip side, I spent time with my family.
Opmerking: Implies a contrasting or different scenario.

on another note

Transitioning to a different topic or discussion.
Voorbeeld: I didn't finish the book I was reading. On another note, I started a new one.
Opmerking: Shifts the focus to a different subject or point.

contrarily

Introducing a counterpoint or differing opinion.
Voorbeeld: She didn't agree with the decision; contrarily, she offered an alternative solution.
Opmerking: Suggests a disagreement or opposing viewpoint.

on the flipside

Expressing a reversal of expectations or a contrasting situation.
Voorbeeld: I expected the event to be boring, but on the flipside, it was actually quite fun.
Opmerking: Highlights a surprising or unexpected outcome.

Instead - Voorbeelden

Instead of going to the cinema, let's stay at home and watch a movie.
I would rather have tea instead of coffee.
You can use a pencil sharpener instead of a knife.

Grammatica van Instead

Instead - Bijwoord (Adverb) / Bijwoord (Adverb)
Lemma: instead
Vervoegingen
Bijwoord (Adverb): instead
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
instead bevat 2 lettergrepen: in • stead
Fonetische transcriptie: in-ˈsted
in stead , in ˈsted (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Instead - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
instead: 700 - 800 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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