the latter — the second of two things or people mentioned
Part of speech: PRONOUN
Definition: the second of two things or people mentioned
Pronunciation (IPA): /ðə ˈlætər/
Example Sentences
- Between studying and partying, I definitely prefer the latter!
- He offered me coffee or tea; I chose the latter because it's healthier.
- Pizza or salad? Obviously, the latter... just kidding, pizza please!
the latter
PRONOUN[/ðə ˈlætər/]
the second of two things or people mentioned
💡 Concept
She chose tea over coffee — the latter always keeps her awake at night.
🎵 Rhyme
Choose the latter that truly matters, watch the rest scatter!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ðə ˈlætər/
🇬🇧 UK/ðə ˈlætə/
🌳Etymology
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🎵Rhyme
matterscatterchatterflatter
matter
scatter
chatter
flatter
🔗Collocations
the latter part
choose the latter
prefer the latter
the latter option
in the latter case
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“Between studying and partying, I definitely prefer the latter!”
“He offered me coffee or tea; I chose the latter because it's healthier.”
😄 Fun example
“Pizza or salad? Obviously, the latter... just kidding, pizza please!”
“The first movie was good, but the latter was absolutely amazing.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
the secondthe last-mentionedthe second one
Antonyms
the formerthe first
Related
formerprevioussubsequentfollowing
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