favour
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 favour and pick up my mail?
你能帮我个忙去取我的邮件吗？
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She asked for a small favour from her neighbor.
她向邻居提出了一个小小的请求。
2.
支持, 偏爱, 赞成
approval, support, or preference for someone or something
示例:
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The public opinion is in favour of the new policy.
公众舆论支持新政策。
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She always shows favour to her youngest child.
她总是偏爱她最小的孩子。