Favour
Noun, Verb
UK
/ˈfeɪ.vər/
US
/ˈfeɪ.vɚ/
Definition
(n) : An act of help or kindness.
(v) : To prefer or support someone or something.
(v) : To prefer or support someone or something.
Example
"(n) : She did me a favour."
"(v) : The teacher favoured students who participated actively in class discussions."
"(v) : She favoured taking the morning train because it was less crowded and faster."
Explanation
Favour means an action done to help someone or to be kind. For example, lending a pen to a classmate is a small favour. People also ask for favours when they need help. It can also mean support, approval, or preference for someone or something. For instance, “The teacher showed favour to students who worked hard.” It also means to prefer or support someone or something. For example: “The manager favoured the team member who finished tasks early.”
👉 It is British spelling; it’s American spelling is “Favor”.