pin1 oi3偏愛偏爱
Jyutpingpin1 oi3
Yalepīn oi
Definition
To favor or prefer; to show partiality to someone or something based on personal liking.
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How it's used
偏愛 carries a nuance of subjective bias, often implying that the choice is not based on objective quality but on personal attachment. It is frequently used to describe a long-term habit or a deep-seated inclination rather than a momentary decision. Unlike 鍾意, which is a general expression of liking, 偏愛 highlights a contrast where one option is favored over others that might be equally good.
Examples
He seems to have a special preference for this color; every time he buys clothes, he chooses this one.
Do you have a preference for this restaurant? Why do you come here every time?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 偏愛 with 偏心. While 偏愛 refers to a preference for things, activities, or abstract concepts, 偏心 is specifically used for people, carrying a negative connotation of being unfair or showing favoritism toward one person over another.
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Grammar guides
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