The terms awlā and yustaḥabb should not be flattened into the same ruling. The first conveys precedence; the second expressly marks recommended preference.
For example, a local imam and a guardian may both be present. The discussion is about proper precedence, not about adding or removing any takbir.
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Funeral Prayer: Leadership, Four Takbirs, Supplications and Salam
The terms awlā and yustaḥabb should not be flattened into the same ruling. The first conveys precedence; the second expressly marks recommended preference.
For example, a local imam and a guardian may both be present. The discussion is about proper precedence, not about adding or removing any takbir.