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JLPT N1 Advanced

贔屓

「ひいき」

Favoritism, patronage, or preferential treatment.

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贔屓する verb form
1 Noun, Suru verb

Showing Favoritism

Describes the act of treating a specific person or group better than others through special support or patronage.

Example

いつも ご 贔屓 に し て いただき 、 ありがとう ござい ます 。

Thank you very much for your continued patronage.

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2 Noun

A Favorite

Identifies a specific shop, performer, or team that receives one’s consistent support or custom.

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贔屓 (ひいき)
ひいき
Favoritism, patronage, or preferential treatment.
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