Generosity - translation, pronunciation and examples
generosity
willingness to give
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When to use generosity
Тренер похвалил его за щедрость — он одолжил экипировку новым игрокам.
Её щедрость проявилась, когда она оставила чаевые официанту.
generosity usage examples
Тренер похвалил его за щедрость — он одолжил экипировку новым игрокам.
The coach praised his generosity in lending equipment to the new players.
Её щедрость проявилась, когда она оставила чаевые официанту.
Her generosity meant she left an extra tip for the waiter.
Similar words
Same primary meaning: willingness to give, share, or be liberal with resources or kindness.
Often refers to giving or organized help to the needy, or to charitable organizations; more focused on aid and social provision than general generosity.
A highly literary/formal term denoting generosity on a grand or noble scale, often used for large gifts or grants.
A descriptive term for being liberal in giving, especially material gifts; fairly literal and somewhat informal.
Broader concept of being kind or considerate; not necessarily about giving material things, often emotional or supportive acts.
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generosity synonyms
What's the difference between generosity / charity / munificence / open-handedness / kindness / magnanimity
Same primary meaning: willingness to give, share, or be liberal with resources or kindness.
Her generosity made it possible for the whole class to go on the trip.
Её щедрость позволила всему классу поехать в поездку.
Often refers to giving or organized help to the needy, or to charitable organizations; more focused on aid and social provision than general generosity.
They gave a large sum to local charities.
Они пожертвовали большую сумму местным благотворительным организациям.
A highly literary/formal term denoting generosity on a grand or noble scale, often used for large gifts or grants.
The university acknowledged the munificence of its main benefactor.
Университет отметил щедрость (munificence) своего главного благотворителя.
A descriptive term for being liberal in giving, especially material gifts; fairly literal and somewhat informal.
Her open-handedness with tips made her popular with the staff.
Её щедрость при чаевых (open-handedness) сделала её популярной среди персонала.
Broader concept of being kind or considerate; not necessarily about giving material things, often emotional or supportive acts.
She showed great kindness to the new neighbor.
Она проявила большую доброту к новому соседу.
Emphasizes noble spirit, generosity of character, and willingness to forgive or show greatness of mind; not primarily about material giving.
His magnanimity towards former rivals won him respect.
Его великодушие (magnanimity) по отношению к бывшим соперникам завоевало уважение.
Refers to organized, often large-scale giving for public good, or the practice/ideology of promoting welfare through donations and programs.
Modern philanthropy supports education and health initiatives worldwide.
Современная филантропия (philanthropy) поддерживает инициативы в области образования и здравоохранения по всему миру.
General goodwill or kindly disposition; often more abstract and moral, not limited to material giving but to kindness and desire to help.
The committee acted out of benevolence to improve community services.
Комитет действовал из благожелательности (benevolence), чтобы улучшить услуги в сообществе.
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How to pronounce generosity and what this word means
generosity translation: щедрость. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce generosity
/ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsɪti/
generosity translation
щедрость
generosity examples
The coach praised his generosity in lending equipment to the new players.
generosity transcription
/ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsɪti/, /ˌdʒɛnəˈrɑsəti/
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Questions about this word
generosity meaning: what does it mean?
willingness to give
generosity pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
generosity is pronounced as /ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsɪti/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
generosity definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The coach praised his generosity in lending equipment to the new players. Translation: Тренер похвалил его за щедрость — он одолжил экипировку новым игрокам.
Is generosity part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
Yes, generosity (щедрость) can be learned in the Personality Traits topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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