"Prefer" in English means to like something more or have a first choice over other alternatives. In Indonesia, it's often used in casual conversations, especially among urban millennials and Gen Z.
Usage Notes
The use of code-switching between English and Indonesian like this is a real phenomenon in contemporary Indonesian language.
Real-world Usage
Gue prefer makan nasi goreng daripada mie, lebih enak sih menurutku.
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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