Looking for the meaning of the word LIKES in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of LIKES with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Like
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Old English līcian ‘be pleasing’, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch lijken
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
lʌɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
find agreeable, enjoyable, or satisfactory
Short Definition:find agreeable or enjoyable
Examples:- all his classmates liked him
- people who don't like reading books
- I like to be the centre of attention
Definition:
wish for; want
Short Definition:want
Examples:- would you like a cup of coffee?
- I'd like to hire a car
- I'd like you to stay
Word: Like
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
lʌɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the things one likes or prefers
Short Definition:things one likes
Examples:- a wide variety of likes, dislikes, tastes, and income levels
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