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    Préféré (en. Favorite)

    /pʁe.fe.ʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is chosen or loved more than another.
    This wine is my favorite.
    Ce vin est mon préféré.
    Who is favored in a certain context.
    He received the highest score, so he is the preferred candidate.
    Il a reçu le meilleur score, il est donc le candidat préféré.
    Refers to something that is preferred in relation to others.
    She always has the same classroom, it’s her favorite classroom.
    Elle a toujours la même salle de classe, c'est sa salle préférée.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'préférer', derived from the Latin 'praeferre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    his preferences
    The choices or tastes of a person.
    ses préférences
    to be the favorite
    To be the one who is more loved or chosen.
    être le préféré
    to prefer something over something else
    To choose something rather than another option.
    préférer quelque chose à autre chose

    Related Words

    preference
    The act of choosing or liking one thing more than another.
    préférence
    to prefer
    To choose something rather than another option.
    préférer
    preferable
    Who is more desirable or advantageous.
    préférable

    Slang Meanings

    A favorite in a group or situation.
    He is the teacher's favorite.
    Il est le préféré de la prof.
    Something that is highly appreciated.
    This song is my current favorite.
    Cette chanson est mon préféré du moment.