Tabular Difference Between favourite and favorite
Favourite | Favorite | |
Spelling Usage | British | American |
Meaning | Something or someone that is preferred or liked more than others. | Same as “favourite”. |
Noun usage | This is my favourite book. | This is my favorite band. |
Adjective usage | She is his favourite student. | He ate his favorite pizza. |
Origin | Comes from the French word “favori” | Comes from the Latin word “favoritus” |
Pronunciation | ˈfeɪv(ə)rɪt | ˈfeɪvərət |
Usage | Mainly used in British English | Mainly used in American English |
Frequency | Used more frequently in British English | Used more frequently in American English |
Word length | Longer word with 9 letters | Shorter word with 8 letters |
Popularity | Less popular in American English | More popular in American English |
Favourite and Favorite I Difference with Example
The words “favorite” and “favourite” both refer to something or someone that is preferred above all others. However, these two spellings are used in different parts of the world.
Contact Us