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<MikeyC>
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Which is correct here?

I rather I hope he won't come.

I rather hope he won't come.
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I rather hope...

"Rather" is an adverb modifying the verb "hope".



<MikeyC>
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Thanks. Is it possible to use "I rather I hope" in any way?
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I don't think so!
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