Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preferir
Verb
/prɛˈfɛːrɪr/
Definition
To favor one thing over another; to choose one option over others.
Examples
- Eu prefiro chá ao café. (I prefer tea over coffee.)
- Ela prefere viajar de carro. (She prefers to travel by car.)
Meaning
The verb ‘preferir’ indicates a choice or inclination toward a certain option or preference among alternatives.
Synonyms
- Escolher
- Favor
- Optar