CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “preference”?
Estimated level
C1
advanced
“preference” is roughly the #5758 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated C1 level.
Meaning
noun. The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of").
Example: He has a preference for crisp wines.
Similar words: forechoice.
How the level is decided
The level is an estimate based on word frequency: the more common a word is in everyday English, the lower its CEFR level. “preference” sits in the C1 band. It is a quick guide for choosing what to study, not an official CEFR rating. Check any other word or a whole list with the word level checker.
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