How is the phrase prendre en affection translated from French to English

English translation
take a liking to
verb

Commencer à apprécier quelqu'un ou quelque chose.

To begin to enjoy or feel fond of someone or something.

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  • J'ai vraiment pris en affection ce nouveau café du centre-ville. — I really take a liking to this new café downtown.

  • As-tu fini par apprécier ce film ? — Have you taken a liking to that movie yet?

  • Elle a commencé à prendre en affection sa nouvelle collègue. — She began to take a liking to her new colleague at work.

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