Favorita (en. Favorite)

/faβoˈɾita/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who is preferred by someone.
She is my favorite among all my friends.
Ella es mi favorita entre todas mis amigas.
A thing that is preferred over others.
This dish is my favorite on the menu.
Este plato es mi favorita del menú.

Etymology

From Latin 'favorita', which means 'the one who is favored'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in someone's heart
Refers to someone who is very much loved.
estar en el corazón de alguien
to be the favorite
Indicates that someone is preferred over others.
ser la favorita
to do a favor
To perform a helpful action for someone.
hacer un favor

Related Words

favor
Help or benefit given to someone.
favor
preference
Choice of one thing over another.
preferencia
affection
Affection or attachment felt for someone.
querencia

Slang Meanings

Preferred person in social circles.
She always arrives first at the parties because she is the favorite of the group.
Ella siempre llega primero a las fiestas porque es la favorita del grupo.
Something that is regularly chosen.
That place is the favorite for celebrating birthdays.
Ese lugar es la favorita para celebrar cumpleaños.