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preferably

UK
/ˈprɛf.ər.ə.bli/
US
/ˈprɛf.ər.ə.bli/

Translations

preferablyadverb
UK
/ˈprɛf.ər.ə.bli/
US
/ˈprɛf.ər.ə.bli/
de préférence
We should preferably meet in the morning when everyone is fresh.
Nous devrions de préférence nous rencontrer le matin, quand tout le monde est reposé.
Additional translations
idéalementSurtout pour exprimer une option souhaitée mais non indispensable.
Synonyms
ideally
more desirably
rather
if possible
better

Definitions

preferablyadverb
In a manner that is more desirable or suitable.
We should preferably meet in the morning when everyone is fresh.
Ideally; if possible; used to indicate a desired but not essential option or course of action.
Guests should preferably RSVP at least a week in advance.
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