favors
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈfeɪvɝz// fa·vors
n. kind acts that you do for someone to help them. You usually do these because you are nice, not because you have to.
n. acts of kindness or assistance performed out of goodwill rather than obligation. Often pluralized when referring to multiple helpful deeds.
He always asks for favors but never helps in return.
She did several favors for her neighbor, like watering the plants and collecting the mail while they were away.
The political system was built on a complex network of favors, where small acts of assistance were expected to be repaid with loyalty or influence.
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'do', 'ask', or 'owe'.
Pitfall
Can you make me a favor?Can you do me a favor?The noun 'favor' collocations with the verb 'do', not 'make'.