Gefallen
favour
Meaning of Gefallen
etwas Freundliches, das man tut, um jemandem zu helfen
something kind that you do to help someone
Pronunciation
Gefallen with English translation
Gefallen usage examples
Kannst du mir einen Gefallen tun?
Can you do me a favor?
Sie bat mich um einen kleinen Gefallen.
She asked me for a small favor.
Gefallen synonyms
What's the difference between Gefallen, Gunst, Gefälligkeit, Dienst, Wohlwollen, Gunsten, Vorzug, and Begünstigung
Favor in the sense of someone's goodwill, support, or benevolent attitude; often broader than a single helpful act.
A small helpful act or favor for someone; very close to the primary meaning.
Service or duty; can mean an action done for someone, often more neutral or formal than a personal favor.
Goodwill, benevolence, or kindly disposition toward someone; more about attitude than the favor itself.
Advanced: broader words
Usually in the phrase 'zu Gunsten' meaning in favor of, to the benefit of someone or something; not the favor itself.
Preference or advantage; not a favor, but something that gives someone a better position or benefit.
Preferential treatment or special support, sometimes unfair advantage; often formal and can sound slightly negative.
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Questions about this word
What does Gefallen mean?
something kind that you do to help someone
How do you pronounce Gefallen?
Gefallen is pronounced [ɡəˈfalən].
How is Gefallen used in a sentence?
Can you do me a favor? Translation: Kannst du mir einen Gefallen tun?
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