yêu thích
Definition
- 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.)