third-person singular verb
Enjoys something or prefers it to other choices.
He likes quiet mornings.
Maria likes to walk after dinner.
Good to know
Use likes with he, she, it, or one person.
American English
How to pronounce likes
verb · nounA1Very common word
LAIKS
/laɪks/
One syllable.
Form of like
Likes is used as a verb with he, she, or it, and as a plural noun.
Enjoys something or prefers it to other choices.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
Clicks or other signs of approval for a social-media post.
Her post got a hundred likes.
This photo has more likes than the last one.
plural noun
Things that a person enjoys or prefers.
Her likes include old movies and long walks.
The survey asks about your likes and dislikes.
Useful expressions
to want something politely
I would like some tea.
to want to do something
I feel like watching a movie.
to have a similar appearance to someone or something
You look like your sister.
Related words & forms
Drop the final e before -ing.