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    Benito (en. Benito)

    /beˈnito/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Proper name of a person.
    Benito is a name that has been used in various cultures.
    Benito es un nombre que ha sido utilizado en varias culturas.
    In some contexts, it is associated with people with particular characteristics or behaviors.
    Sometimes 'benito' is used to describe someone who is very pleasant.
    A veces se usa 'benito' para describir a alguien que es muy ameno.
    It can be a surname in some families.
    The surname Benito is common in certain regions of Spain.
    El apellido Benito es común en ciertas regiones de España.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'Benedictus', which means 'blessed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Benito Cereno
    Title of a short novel by Herman Melville that explores themes of slavery and freedom.
    Benito Cereno
    To do a benito
    Expression that means to do a favor or help, although not always in a genuine way.
    Echar un benito

    Related Words

    Benediction
    Act of blessing or the invocation of divine blessing.
    Benedición
    Benedict
    Adjective referring to something or someone that has been blessed.
    Benedicto

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term for referring to a type of light joke among friends.
    We did a benito last night at the party.
    Hicimos un benito anoche en la fiesta.
    Used to describe someone who is overly confident.
    Don't be so benito, sometimes you have to doubt.
    No seas tan benito, a veces hay que dudar.