favourite

• Der oder die am meisten geschätzt oder bevorzugt wird; jemand oder etwas, das man lieber mag als alle anderen.

Preferring something above all others; most liked.

1. Preferred above all othersA1formal

   Regarded with particular liking or preference; chosen as the best-liked among a group.

   Lieblings-

   • Her favourite color is blue.
   • This is my favourite restaurant in the city.
   • He always orders his favourite dish when we go there.

   Synonymechosendarlingdearestfavoredpetpreferredtreasured

   Antonymeleast

2. Appealing to the general publicA2informal

   Widely liked or popular among many people; having broad appeal.

   Beliebt beim Publikum

   • That song became a favourite among teenagers.
   • The park is a favourite spot for picnics.
   • This brand is a favourite with budget-conscious shoppers.

   Synonymebelovedfavoredpopular

• Substantiv, das eine Person oder Sache bezeichnet, zu der man eine besondere Zuneigung oder Vorliebe hat, z. B. ein Teilnehmer eines Wettbewerbs, der als wahrscheinlicher Sieger gilt, oder eine bevorzugte Person.

A noun referring to a person or thing that is regarded with special favor or liking, such as a competitor thought likely to win or a beloved individual.

1. Likely winnerB1formal

   A competitor or participant that is considered most likely to win a contest or competition.

   Favorit

   • The defending champion is the clear favourite to win the tournament.
   • The horse was the favourite in the race.
   • She is the favourite to take home the gold medal.

   Synonymefavoritefront-runner

   Antonymelongshotunderdog

2. Beloved personA2informal

   A person who is treated with special affection or preference, often in a romantic or familial context.

   geliebte Person

   • He brought flowers for his favourite.
   • The youngest child is often the favourite of the family.
   • She is the favourite of the group, always getting the best seat.

   Synonymebeloveddarlingdearlovepetsweethearttreasure

3. Preferred thingA1informal

   An item, activity, or thing that is liked more than others of the same kind.

   Favorit

   • Chocolate ice cream is my favourite.
   • This song is a favourite among fans.
   • Her favourite is the blue dress in the window.

   Synonymechoicedarlingfavoritepetpickpreferenceselection