Cool MateMeaning of Generous
In simple words: Someone who gives a lot, especially money or help.
Generous in a sentence
- She was very generous with her time, volunteering every weekend.
- His generous nature made him well-liked among his peers.
- The restaurant offered a generous portion of pasta for the price.
- They donated a generous sum to the local charity.
- Her generous compliments always boosted my confidence.
How to use Generous
Use 'generous' to describe a person who is kind and shares freely. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in sarcastic situations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Sounds like 'generate us' — think of generating kindness for everyone.
Related words
Collocations with Generous
Synonyms for Generous
- lavish
Opposites of Generous
- stingy
- mean
- greedy
Common mistakes with Generous
- Often confused with 'generous' and 'generosity', forgetting the different forms.
- Sometimes used incorrectly with uncountable nouns, e.g., 'a generous of help' instead of 'a generous amount of help'.
Generous appears in
Generous in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سخي
شخص يعطي الكثير، خاصة المال أو المساعدة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উদার
এমন কেউ যে অনেক কিছু দেয়, বিশেষ করে টাকা বা সাহায্য।
- GermanDeutsch
Großzügig
Jemand, der viel gibt, besonders Geld oder Hilfe.
- SpanishEspañol
Generoso
Alguien que da mucho, especialmente dinero o ayuda.
- Persianفارسی
سخاوتمند
کسی که زیاد میدهد، به ویژه پول یا کمک.
- FrenchFrançais
Généreux
Quelqu'un qui donne beaucoup, surtout de l'argent ou de l'aide.
- Hindiहिन्दी
उदार
कोई व्यक्ति जो बहुत कुछ देता है, खासकर पैसा या मदद।
- ItalianItaliano
Generoso
Qualcuno che dà molto, specialmente denaro o aiuto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Generoso
Alguém que dá muito, especialmente dinheiro ou ajuda.
- RussianРусский
Щедрый
Человек, который много дает, особенно денег или помощи.
- Urduاردو
سخاوتمند، فیاض
کوئی شخص جو بہت کچھ دیتا ہے، خاص طور پر پیسہ یا مدد۔
- Chinese中文
慷慨
一个给予很多的人，尤其是金钱或帮助。
More words like Generous
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Generous
What does Generous mean?
Someone who gives a lot, especially money or help.
What is the definition of Generous?
giving or willing to give freely; given freely
How do you use Generous in a sentence?
She was very generous with her time, volunteering every weekend.
Can you give another example of Generous?
His generous nature made him well-liked among his peers.
What are synonyms for Generous?
Common alternatives include lavish.
What is the opposite of Generous?
Opposite meanings include stingy, mean, greedy.
What words go with Generous?
It commonly pairs with appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, of, to, with, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, of, to, with, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, of, to, with.
What are common mistakes when using Generous?
Often confused with 'generous' and 'generosity', forgetting the different forms. Sometimes used incorrectly with uncountable nouns, e.g., 'a generous of help' instead of 'a generous amount of help'.
How do you pronounce Generous?
US: /["/ˈdʒenərəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʒenərəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Generous?
Use 'generous' to describe a person who is kind and shares freely. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in sarcastic situations.
What CEFR level is Generous?
"Generous" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.