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I prefer A to B vs I prefer A than B

The correct phrase is "I prefer A to B." This structure is commonly used in English to express a preference for one thing over another. The phrase "I prefer A than B" is incorrect and not used in English.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 4539 views

I prefer A to B

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a preference for one thing over another.

This phrase is used to indicate a choice or liking for one thing over another. It is structured as 'I prefer [A] to [B].'

Examples:

  • I prefer tea to coffee.
  • She prefers reading to watching TV.
  • They prefer summer to winter.
  • He prefers cats to dogs.
  • We prefer hiking to biking.

I prefer A than B

This phrase is incorrect and not used in English. The correct preposition to use after 'prefer' when comparing two things is 'to.'

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