noun
die Vorliebe, -n
preference
Wenn man etwas oder jemanden besonders gern mag und es oft wählt.
Definition & meaning
A Vorliebe is a preference, a liking, or a fondness for something or someone. It describes a situation where an individual favors a specific choice, person, or activity over others due to personal taste or inclination.
- A specific liking: A predilection for something (e.g., "She has a preference for dark chocolate").
- A tendency or inclination: A habitual leaning toward a certain style, hobby, or behavior.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: The word is a feminine noun (die Vorliebe). The plural form is die Vorlieben.
- Word origin: The word is a compound noun derived from two parts:
- Vor-: A prefix meaning "before" or "in front of." In this context, it functions to indicate something that comes "ahead" of other options.
- Liebe: Meaning "love."
- Combined, it literally translates to "love before [others]," implying that you prioritize or hold a certain subject in higher regard than alternatives.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- der Hang (inclination/tendency)
- die Präferenz (preference)
- die Neigung (tendency/bent)
- die Schwäche (weakness/soft spot)
- der Faible (knack/penchant)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Viele Kinder entwickeln früh eine starke Vorliebe für bestimmte Spiele.noun
Many children develop a strong preference for certain games early on.
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