Bevorzugen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Bevorzugen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to prefer", "to favor" or "to prioritize".

Essential properties of "bevorzugen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: bevorzugen
  • Simple past: bevorzugte
  • Participle: bevorzugt

See full conjugation of bevorzugen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "bevorzugen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To prefer or prioritize"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich bevorzuge Tee statt Kaffee am Morgen.I prefer tea instead of coffee in the morning.
  2. Sie bevorzugt es, mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln zu reisen.She prefers to travel by public transport.
  3. Wir bevorzugen frische Zutaten für unsere Gerichte.We prefer fresh ingredients for our dishes.

2.) "To treat favorably or give special treatment"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Chef bevorzugt offensichtlich seine Verwandten bei Beförderungen.The boss obviously favors his relatives for promotions.
  2. Es ist wichtig, keine Schüler im Unterricht zu bevorzugen.It is important not to favor any students in class.
  3. Die Regierung sollte keine bestimmte Gruppe bevorzugen.The government should not favor any particular group.
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