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Pauper

🇬🇧 UK //ˈpɔːpə// 🇺🇸 US //ˈpɔːpər//

Meaning of Pauper

A person without money or means of support; a very poor person.

In simple words: a very poor person

Pauper in a sentence

• The story revolves around a pauper who dreams of becoming a king.
• In the past, many paupers lived on the streets without any help.
• The play depicted the struggles of a pauper in a prosperous city.
• He was once a wealthy man, but now he is a pauper.
• Many paupers relied on the charity of the rich for survival.

How to use Pauper

Used in literary contexts or discussions about social class. It may sound old-fashioned in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'paw-per' - imagine someone without money having to beg.

Related words

Collocations with Pauper

• pauper's plight
• pauper to prince
• living like a pauper

Synonyms for Pauper

• beggar
• destitute
• needy
• impoverished

Opposites of Pauper

• wealthy
• rich
• affluent

Common mistakes with Pauper

• Confused with 'paupers' as a singular term.
• Mixing up with 'poor' which is a more general term.

Frequently asked questions about Pauper

What does Pauper mean?

a very poor person

What is the definition of Pauper?

A person without money or means of support; a very poor person.

How do you use Pauper in a sentence?

The story revolves around a pauper who dreams of becoming a king.

Can you give another example of Pauper?

In the past, many paupers lived on the streets without any help.

What are synonyms for Pauper?

Common alternatives include beggar, destitute, needy, impoverished.

What is the opposite of Pauper?

Opposite meanings include wealthy, rich, affluent.

What words go with Pauper?

It commonly pairs with pauper's plight, pauper to prince, living like a pauper.

What are common mistakes when using Pauper?

Confused with 'paupers' as a singular term. Mixing up with 'poor' which is a more general term.

How do you pronounce Pauper?

US: //ˈpɔːpər//, UK: //ˈpɔːpə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Pauper?

Used in literary contexts or discussions about social class. It may sound old-fashioned in everyday conversation.

What CEFR level is Pauper?

"Pauper" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.