Example: I voted in favor of the new school rules.
Definition
"In favor of" is a phrase used to express support or approval for something or someone. For example, saying "I voted in favor of the new school rules" means you agree with and support the implementation of those rules.
Translations
a favor de
voorstander van
a favor de
en faveur de
befürwortend gegenüber
Etymology
The phrase "in favor of" originates from the Latin word 'favor,' meaning goodwill or support. Over time, it evolved in English to indicate preference or approval. Did you know? It carries a sense of being 'on the side of' something, showing alignment or endorsement.
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"In favor of" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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