Translation of Italian word "preferire" to English
preferire
/prefeˈrire/
Meaning
VerbTo like one thing or person better than another; to choose rather.
How to use
The Italian verb 'preferire' means 'to prefer' (To like one thing or person better than another; to choose rather). It belongs to the third conjugation (-ire). It forms compound tenses with the auxiliary 'avere'. In practice, to choose or like one option more than another.
🇬🇧 English
to prefer
Example
Molti clienti preferiscono acquistare prodotti biologici a chilometro zero.
Many customers prefer to buy locally sourced organic products.
Invece di prendere il treno, preferisco guidare lungo la costa panoramica.
Instead of taking the train, I prefer driving along the scenic coast.
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- Molti clienti preferiscono acquistare prodotti biologici a chilometro zero.— Many customers prefer to buy locally sourced organic products.
- Invece di prendere il treno, preferisco guidare lungo la costa panoramica.— Instead of taking the train, I prefer driving along the scenic coast.
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The Italian word "preferire" means "to prefer" in English.
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