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The correct spelling is prefer.
How to pronounce prefer
/pɹɪˈfɜː/
verbIPA: /pɹɪˈfɜː/
Say it like: Pre-fer
The correct spelling is prefer. To be in the habit of choosing something rather than something else; to favor; to like better. For example: "I prefer tea to coffee."
Usage Examples
“I prefer tea to coffee.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To be in the habit of choosing something rather than something else; to favor; to like better.
- 2.To advance, promote (someone or something).
- 3.To present or submit (something) to an authority (now usually in "to prefer charges").
- 4.To put forward for acceptance; to introduce, recommend (to).
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