favor
US /ˈfeɪ.vɚ/
UK /ˈfeɪ.vər/
名词
1.
帮助, 恩惠
an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual
示例:
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Could you do me a favor and pick up my mail?
你能帮我一个忙，去取一下我的邮件吗？
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She asked for a small favor from her neighbor.
她向邻居求了一个小忙。
2.
支持, 赞同, 偏爱
approval, support, or liking for someone or something
示例:
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The public showed great favor for the new policy.
公众对新政策表现出极大的支持。
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She is currently out of favor with the management.
她目前不受管理层的青睐。
动词
偏爱, 支持, 赞成
to feel or show approval or preference for something or someone
示例:
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The new rules favor smaller businesses.
新规定有利于小型企业。
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She tends to favor her youngest child.
她倾向于偏爱她最小的孩子。
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