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Prefer

/en/
Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (EN).
English•1 meaning found
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neutral
Tone: neutral. Indicates the emotional nuance or social context of the word.
Indonesian Slang
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Definition & Context

“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.

Synonyms & Variants

demen

demen

A casual or slang term used to express liking or love.

Dialect Variant
favorit

favorit

Something that is most liked or is the primary choice.

Synonym
lebih suka

lebih suka

Having a tendency or preference for something over another.

Synonym
mending

mending

A shortened form of 'better' or 'prefer', often used in informal conversation.

Register Variant
pilih

pilih

To choose or select one from several available alternatives.

Synonym

Usage Notes or Etymology

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.

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