Spanish Conversation · Level 79
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Spanish word
preferible
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾefeˈɾiβle/
Meaning
- adjectivepreferable
Example
Es preferible llegar a tiempo.
It is preferable to arrive on time.
More examples
Es preferible que vengas temprano.
It is preferable that you come early.
Core concept
A check mark beside the single option labeled as the recommended choice.
Common phrases
es preferible que
it is preferable that
preferible a
preferable to
opción preferible
preferable option
Similar words
mejor: Is better in quality or more desirable, implying greater value or outcome.
conveniente: Is convenient for a situation or goal, easing effort, timing, or logistics.
apropiado: Is appropriate for the context or purpose, fitting expected requirements.
recomendable: Is advisable as a sensible course of action.
Definition in Spanish
Que, frente a otra alternativa, resulta más recomendable o conveniente según las circunstancias.
Word origin
From Spanish preferir (ultimately from Latin praeferrĕre) plus the adjectival suffix -ible, forming an adjective meaning 'more suitable to be preferred'.
Usage tips
- Used for recommendations that weigh circumstances, often contrasted with mejor; common patterns are es preferible + infinitive or es preferible que + subjunctive.
Opposites
- peorworseadjective
- indeseableundesirableadjective
Related words
- preferenciapreferencenoun
- preferentepreferentialadjective
- preferentementepreferablyadverb