Cool MateMeaning of Patron
a person who gives money and support to artists and writers
In simple words: A person who supports or gives money to a person, organization, or activity.
Patron in a sentence
- Frederick the Great was the patron of many artists.
- He was a great patron of the arts and helped to establish the Baltimore Museum.
- the official patron of the college
- The Princess of Wales is patron of the Royal Photographic Society.
- The car park is for the use of patrons only.
How to use Patron
Use 'patron' when referring to someone who regularly visits a place or supports an artist. Avoid in casual settings where simpler words like 'fan' might be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
patron + object
Memory hint
Think 'patron' like 'pay-true-on' for someone who pays to support a cause.
Related words
Collocations with Patron
- influential
- powerful
- generous
- a patron of the arts
- influential
- powerful
- generous
- a patron of the arts
Common mistakes with Patron
- Confusing with 'pattern' in pronunciation.
- Using 'patron' in too casual a context.
- Misunderstanding as a term only for restaurant customers.
Patron appears in
Patron in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
راعي، زبون
شخص يدعم أو يعطي مال لشخص أو منظمة أو نشاط.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পৃষ্ঠপোষক
একজন ব্যক্তি যিনি কোনো ব্যক্তি, সংস্থা বা কার্যকলাপকে সমর্থন করেন বা অর্থ দেন।
- GermanDeutsch
Mäzen, Stammkunde
Jemand, der eine Person, Organisation oder Aktivität unterstützt oder ihr Geld gibt.
- SpanishEspañol
Mecenas, Patrón
Una persona que apoya o da dinero a una persona, organización o actividad.
- Persianفارسی
حامی
شخصی که از یک فرد، سازمان یا فعالیت حمایت میکند یا به آن پول میدهد.
- FrenchFrançais
Mécène, client, habitué
Une personne qui soutient ou donne de l'argent à une personne, une organisation ou une activité.
- Hindiहिन्दी
संरक्षक, आश्रयदाता
कोई व्यक्ति जो किसी व्यक्ति, संगठन या गतिविधि का समर्थन करता है या उसे धन देता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Mecenate, Sostenitore, Cliente
Una persona che supporta o dà denaro a una persona, un'organizzazione o un'attività.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Patrono
Uma pessoa que apoia ou dá dinheiro a uma pessoa, organização ou atividade.
- RussianРусский
Покровитель, меценат
Человек, который поддерживает или дает деньги человеку, организации или деятельности.
- Urduاردو
سرپرست، معاون
کوئی شخص جو کسی شخص، تنظیم یا سرگرمی کی حمایت کرتا ہے یا اسے مالی امداد دیتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
赞助人, 顾客
支持或捐钱给某人、组织或活动的人。
More words like Patron
- Supporter
- Sponsor
- Donor
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Frequently asked questions about Patron
What does Patron mean?
A person who supports or gives money to a person, organization, or activity.
What is the definition of Patron?
a person who gives money and support to artists and writers
How do you use Patron in a sentence?
Frederick the Great was the patron of many artists.
Can you give another example of Patron?
He was a great patron of the arts and helped to establish the Baltimore Museum.
What are synonyms for Patron?
Common alternatives include supporter, sponsor, benefactor, donor.
What is the opposite of Patron?
Opposite meanings include critic, enemy.
What words go with Patron?
It commonly pairs with influential, powerful, generous, a patron of the arts, influential, powerful, generous, a patron of the arts.
What are common mistakes when using Patron?
Confusing with 'pattern' in pronunciation. Using 'patron' in too casual a context. Misunderstanding as a term only for restaurant customers.
How do you pronounce Patron?
US: /["/ˈpeɪtrən/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpeɪtrən/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Patron?
Use 'patron' when referring to someone who regularly visits a place or supports an artist. Avoid in casual settings where simpler words like 'fan' might be more appropriate.
What CEFR level is Patron?
"Patron" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.