No. 2,191 in Portuguese
preferência
Preference: A greater liking for one alternative over another or others.
In a sentence
Eu tenho preferência por filmes de comédia.
I have a preference for comedy movies.
In this sentence, the word 'preferência' denotes an individual's personal choice or inclination toward a particular category or type of movies, showcasing subjective liking.
A preferência do cliente será considerada durante o planejamento.
The client's preference will be considered during the planning.
Here, 'preferência' refers to the client's preferred option or choice, emphasizing the importance of incorporating others' choices in collaborative or service-oriented contexts.
Qual sua preferência para o almoço hoje?
What is your preference for lunch today?
In this question, 'preferência' is used to inquire about someone's desired choice or option among possible lunch selections, facilitating conversation around personal choices.
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