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predilecto

favourite

adjective preh-dee-LEK-toh Rare

Origin: From Latin praedilectus (chosen before others, preferred).

Also means

preferred

Usage Note

Predilecto is a more elevated synonym for favoritosu autor predilecto means his favourite author, with a slightly more refined or formal tone. It often appears in phrases like hijo predilecto (favourite son, honorary citizen), a title many Spanish municipalities award to distinguished natives. It does not carry connotations of unfair bias that 'favorite' can in English.

Examples

"Es el plato predilecto de la abuela."

Natural Translation

It is grandmother's favourite dish.

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