Prefers Meaning in English
word · lemma: prefer
/pɹəˈfɝz/
pri-FURZ
/pɹɪfˈɜːz/
pri-FURZ
Definition
To like one thing more than another or choose one thing over another.
Usage & Nuances
Always followed by the thing or action someone likes more, often with 'to' or 'over' for comparisons ('prefers tea to coffee'). Formal and neutral; does not express a strong feeling, just a choice. Don't confuse with 'likes best' (the top favorite).
Spanish: prefierePortuguese (BR): preferePortuguese (PT): prefereChinese (Simplified): 更喜欢Chinese (Traditional): 更喜歡Hindi: अधिकार देता हैArabic: يفضّلBengali: পছন্দ করেRussian: предпочитаетJapanese: 好むVietnamese: thích hơnKorean: 더 좋아하다Turkish: tercih ederUrdu: زیادہ پسند کرناIndonesian: lebih suka
Example Sentences
She prefers tea to coffee.
basic
My brother prefers to walk to school.
basic
He prefers pizza over burgers.
basic
She always prefers quiet places when she studies.
natural
He prefers texting to calling because it feels easier.
natural
If everyone else wants pizza, but Jane prefers sushi, what should we do?
natural