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    Génerosité (en. Generosity)

    /ʒe.ne.ʁo.zi.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The quality of a person who gives willingly, who shares without ulterior motives.
    His generosity towards the less fortunate is exemplary.
    Sa générosité envers les moins fortunés est exemplaire.
    The act of giving freely and without expecting compensation.
    The generosity of donors has enabled the financing of numerous projects.
    La générosité des donateurs a permis de financer de nombreux projets.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'generositas', meaning nobility of heart.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    generosity of spirit
    The quality of a person who is open and kind-hearted.
    générosité d'âme
    to show generosity
    To demonstrate acts of giving or sharing.
    faire preuve de générosité

    Related Words

    generous
    One who has generosity, who gives a lot.
    généreux
    charity
    The act of providing help, often for social causes.
    charité

    Slang Meanings

    To be a soft-hearted person
    He is truly a soft-hearted person, always ready to help.
    Il est vraiment un cœur sur pieds, toujours prêt à aider.
    To be a philanthropist
    Since he inherited, he has become a philanthropist, multiplying his donations.
    Depuis qu'il a hérité, il est devenu un philanthrope, multipliant les dons.