Généreusement (en. Generously)

/ʒe.ne.ʁøz.mo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner that expresses great generosity or kindness.
He generously donated to the fundraiser.
Il a donné généreusement à la collecte de fonds.
With much generosity in one's actions or words.
She has always treated others generously.
Elle a toujours traité les autres généreusement.
To signify an act beyond the norm, abundantly.
He generously shared his knowledge.
Il a généreusement partagé ses connaissances.

Etymology

Derived from 'généreux', from Latin 'generosus', meaning noble or of good birth.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give generously
To make a donation with great generosity.
donner généreusement
to act generously
To behave in a kind manner towards others.
agir généreusement
to speak generously
To express oneself with kindness and goodwill.
parler généreusement

Related Words

generous
The quality of one who gives generously.
généreux
generosity
Willingness to give and help others.
générosité
generously
A way of acting with generosity.
généreusement

Slang Meanings

To give without counting.
He donated to charity like a king, generously.
Il a donné à charité comme un roi, généreusement.
To do things with a lot of heart.
She prepared the meal generously, and we all benefited from it.
Elle a préparé le repas généreusement, on en a tous profité.