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favour

Pronunciation: [ˈfeɪ.vər]

Word

Learn how to use favour in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “helping others”

(noun) a kind act you do for someone to help them or make them happy. It’s like helping a friend with their homework because you want to be nice.

Example

She did him a favour by bringing him lunch when he was busy.

Example

He never asked for a favour, so she didn't help him.

Example

Can you do me a favour and lend me your book?

Context: “helping others”

(verb) to help someone or do something nice for them. Imagine you hold the door open for someone because you want to be kind.

Example

He favoured his sister by taking care of her dog while she was away.

Example

She didn't favour him; in fact, she said no to his request.

Example

Will you favour your friend by inviting her to the party?

Context: “choices in preference”

(noun) an advantage or a preference someone has. For example, if your teacher says you have a favour in class because you are always helpful, it means they like you more than others.

Example

The artist received many favours in the gallery because of her amazing work.

Example

He felt there were no favours shown to him during the competition.

Example

Do you think there is a favour in how the judges are scoring?

How to pronounce favour

Pronunciation: [ˈfeɪ.vər]

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