Favourite

9 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

A person or thing that is preferred or most liked above all others. Favourite represents the top choice from among alternatives, using British spelling.

“Chocolate ice cream has always been my favourite dessert since childhood.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈfeɪv.rɪt/

Syllables

fa·vour·ite

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Synonyms

preference choice pickbeloved

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Three O's with U; UK spelling includes U after O

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Scrabble

Worth 16 points; V (4pts) and U make this moderately valuable

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “favourite”.

favorite favour virtue afire afore afret afrit after aiver aoife ariot arite artie artou atour aueto aurei autor autre avert avoir avoue avour erato

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