Preferencias (en. Preferences)

/pɾefeˈɾenθjas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The selection or inclination towards certain options or choices.
His food preferences are very diverse.
Sus preferencias alimenticias son muy diversas.
What a person chooses or desires more than anything else.
Consumer preferences are important for the market.
Las preferencias de los consumidores son importantes para el mercado.
The particularities that distinguish someone's tastes or choices.
Knowing your preferences helps improve the shopping experience.
Conocer tus preferencias ayuda a mejorar la experiencia de compra.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'prefer', which comes from the Latin 'praeferre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have preferences
Indicates that a person has specific choices or tastes.
tener preferencias
according to the preferences
In accordance with what is chosen or preferred.
según las preferencias
to unsubscribe from preferences
To opt out of being part of a group or list of preferences.
darse de baja de preferencias

Related Words

to prefer
To choose or desire something more than another thing.
preferir
option
One of the alternatives that can be chosen.
opción
taste
The inclination or pleasure that a person feels for something.
gusto

Slang Meanings

Personal style or particular choice.
That clothing is very much to your preference.
Esa ropa es muy tu preferencia.
What is preferred in social groups.
Here everyone has their preference in music.
Aquí todos tienen su preferencia en música.