How to Say ‘Do you prefer’ in French
Vous préférez
voo pray-fay-ray
[voo pray-fay-ray]
💬 Usage Tip: French often keeps the question word at the end in everyday speech: [Vous préférez quelle heure ?] literally lines up like 'You prefer what time?' You can reuse the pattern with other verbs: [Vous arrivez à quelle heure ?]
Phrase Breakdown
Vous
[voo]
you
Formal or plural 'you', often used by staff speaking politely to customers.
Vous préférez une table en terrasse ou à l'intérieur ?
Do you prefer a table on the terrace or inside?
préférez
[pray-fay-ray]
prefer
Verb used to ask someone's preference politely.
Vous préférez une ambiance calme pour l'anniversaire ?
Do you prefer a quiet atmosphere for the birthday?
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