B1adjectiveemotionsrelationships
US/fɑːnd/
UK/fɒnd/
liking someone or something very much, especially someone or something you have known for a long time
In context
I've always been fond of my grandmother's village; I spent every summer there.
She's not very fond of spicy food, so order something mild for her.
I have fond memories of riding my bike to school with my friends.
Words that go with fond
adjective + preposition
- fond ofMy dad is fond of old Vietnamese songs.
adjective + noun
- fond memoriesWe have fond memories of our first trip to Sapa.
verb + preposition
- grow fond ofI slowly grew fond of the quiet street where I lived.
adverb + adjective
- very fond ofThe children are very fond of their teacher.
- particularly fondI'm not particularly fond of crowded beaches.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am fond with cooking.Correct: I am fond of cooking.