Predilecto (en. Favorite)

/pɾe.ðiˈlek.to/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective

Refers to something that is preferred or favorite.

His favorite book is 'One Hundred Years of Solitude'.

Su libro predilecto es 'Cien años de soledad'.

Indicates that something is preferred in comparison to others.

This restaurant has become his favorite place to have dinner.

Este restaurante se ha convertido en su lugar predilecto para cenar.

Describes a person or thing that has a special inclination or preference.

My friend is his favorite student.

Mi amigo es su alumno predilecto.

From Latin 'praedilectus', meaning 'chosen before' or 'favorite'.

to be the favorite

To be someone's favorite or preferred person.

ser el predilecto

to have a favorite

To have a marked preference for something or someone.

tener un predilecto

to be the favorite child

To be the favorite child in a family.

ser el niño predilecto

preference

Inclination towards something or someone.

preferencia

favoritism

Unjust preference towards someone.

favoritismo

choice

Act of selecting or deciding between options.

elección

Used to refer to something that is greatly enjoyed.

That series is my favorite on Netflix.

Esa serie es mi predilecto en Netflix.

Colloquial context for someone who is always praised.

He is the professor's favorite, always receiving good comments.

Es el predilecto del profesor, siempre recibe buenos comentarios.