bevorzugen
prefer
Das bedeutet, dass man etwas lieber hat oder sich eher dafür entscheidet als für etwas anderes.
The German word "bevorzugen" is a verb meaning "to prefer" or "to favor".
- It is composed of "Vorzug" (advantage, preference) plus the prefix "be-" (which often turns nouns or adjectives into verbs).
- "Vorzug" means "advantage" or "preference".
Similar words:
- auswählen (to choose)
- präferieren (to prefer, more formal)
- liebhaben (to like, informal)
Difference:
- bevorzugen implies having a clear preference or favoring one thing over others.
- auswählen is more neutral, focusing on the act of choosing.
- präferieren is a formal synonym often used in written or academic language.
- liebhaben expresses affection or fondness rather than a rational preference.
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Examples
Sie bevorzugen Tee statt Kaffee.verb
They prefer tea over coffee.
Er bevorzugt Kaffee am Morgen.verb
He prefers coffee in the morning.
Er bevorzugt Saft zum Frühstück.verb
He prefers juice for breakfast.
Viele Menschen bevorzugen Tee am Morgen.verb
Many people prefer tea in the morning.
Viele Leute bevorzugen grünes Gemüse.verb
Many people prefer green vegetables.
Manche Menschen bevorzugen Wasser beim Frühstück.verb
Some people prefer water at breakfast.
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