favor
Translation
favour
Examples
Could you do me a favor?
Could you do me a favour?
He asked for a lot of favors.
He asked for a lot of favours.
She looked on him with favor.
She looked on him with favour.
Grammar Patterns
do ((sb.)) a favour to do something to help someone Could you do me a favour?
ask for a favour to request help from someone He asked for a lot of favours.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kindness, good deed, service
Etymology
From Latin 'favere', meaning 'to show kindness to'. A 'favour' is an act of kindness. Note the British spelling 'favour'.
Memory Tips
A favour is a friendly act you do for someone. Remember the common phrase 'Do me a favour'.