Definition

1. Verb:
   • To like very much; to be fond of: To have a strong positive feeling of affection or preference for someone or something.
   • To favor; to have a marked preference for: To regard or treat with special approval or partiality.

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Tôi yêu thích âm nhạc cổ điển. (I am very fond of classical music.)
  • Cô ấy yêu thích môn lịch sử. (She has a marked preference for history.)
  • Anh ấy yêu thích chiếc xe cũ của mình. (He is very fond of his old car.)

Advanced Usage

• The verb "yêu thích" often implies a deeper or more enduring affection than the simpler verb "thích" (to like). It is commonly used to describe lasting hobbies, passions, or beloved objects.
  • Sở thích yêu thích của tôi là đọc sách. (My favorite hobby is reading.)

Variants and Related Words

• Ưa thích (v): to like, to be partial to. This is a close synonym, sometimes used interchangeably with "yêu thích", though "yêu thích" can carry a slightly stronger emotional connotation.
  • Trẻ con thường ưa thích đồ ngọt. (Children usually like sweets.)

Synonyms

• To adore: To love deeply and respectfully.
• To be fond of: To have an affection or liking for.
• To cherish: To hold something dear.
• To favor: To prefer or approve of something.

Related Idioms

• Được lòng yêu thích: To be popular; to be well-liked.

  • Bộ phim đó được lòng yêu thích của khán giả. (That film is popular with the audience.)

• Vật yêu thích: A prized possession; a favorite object.

  • Chiếc đồng hồ này là vật yêu thích của ông tôi. (This watch is my grandfather's prized possession.)