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How to pronounce favourite
Say it like this: /ˈfeɪvɚɪt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does favourite mean?
adjMost-liked. (In other words, [person]'s favorite [noun] = the [noun] that [person] likes the most.)
“This is my favourite day!”
Liked, cherished.
“What joy has this dog in miſchief!—More than I can have in the completion of my moſt favourite purpoſes!”
nounA person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.
“The teacher's favourite always went first.”
A person who is preferred or trusted above all others.
A contestant or competitor thought most likely to win.
“She's the favourite, she'll probably be elected.”
verbTo favour.
To bookmark.
To add to one's list of favourite items on a website that allows users to compile such lists.
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