generously
gb/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/ us/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
B2
Angličtina
nagylelkűen, bőven, jóindulatúan, elnézően, nagyvonalúan, bő szabású
B2
1
nagylelkűen
B2
Vzorec užití:
[someone] give/donate/help [someone] generously; [do something] generously
Local businesses donated generously to the food bank.
A helyi vállalkozások nagylelkűen adakoztak az élelmiszerbanknak.
She thanked everyone who had given generously to the appeal.
Megköszönte mindenkinek, aki nagylelkűen támogatta az adománygyűjtést.
He always gives generously with his time when friends need help.
Učební příklady
People gave generously after the storm.
Az emberek nagylelkűen adakoztak a vihar után.
She donates generously every year.
Minden évben nagylelkűen adakozik.
Častá chyba:
Don’t confuse generously (how someone gives) with generous (describing a person or amount).
Význam
in a kind, giving way
Kolokace
give generously
|donate generously
|contribute generously
|support generously
|give of your time generously
|share generously
|offer generously
|help generously
|tip generously
|give generously to charity
Synonyma
charitably (Emphasizes helping those in need.)
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openhandedly (Emphasizes giving freely, especially money.)
Antonyma
stingily (Giving very little or unwillingly.)
Témata
emotions
|social
|charity
|daily_life
Definice
in a way that shows you like to give and help
In a way that shows generosity, especially by giving money, time, help, or kindness freely or in large amounts.
B2
2
bőven
B1
Vzorec užití:
[do something] generously (with [substance])
Spread the icing generously over the cake.
Jó vastagon kend a mázat a tortára.
He buttered the toast generously.
Jó vastagon megvajazta a pirítóst.
The sauce was generously seasoned with garlic and herbs.
Učební příklady
Add salt generously.
Adj hozzá bőven sót.
She poured the sauce generously.
Bőven öntött rá szószt.
Častá chyba:
Generously here means “a lot,” not necessarily “kind.”
Význam
in a large amount
Kolokace
apply generously
|spread generously
|season generously
|butter generously
|oil generously
|sprinkle generously
|dust generously
|coat generously
|pour generously
|serve generously
Synonyma
liberally (Common in instructions (e.g., cooking, skincare).)
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abundantly (Suggests a very large quantity, sometimes more formal.)
Antonyma
sparingly (Using only a small amount.)
Témata
food
|daily_life
|home
Definice
using a lot of something
In a large, ample, or more-than-enough amount; liberally.
C1
3
jóindulatúan
B2
elnézően
B2
Vzorec užití:
judge/mark/interpret/read [something] generously
If you interpret his comment generously, he was trying to help.
Ha jóindulatúan értelmezed a megjegyzését, segíteni próbált.
The exam was marked generously this year.
Idén elnézően javították a vizsgát.
Her performance could be described, generously, as inconsistent.
Učební příklady
Please mark my work generously.
Kérlek, elnézően javítsd a dolgozatomat.
Try to interpret her words generously.
Próbáld jóindulatúan értelmezni a szavait.
Častá chyba:
This does not mean giving money; it means being kind in your judgment.
Význam
in a lenient, favorable way
Kolokace
interpret generously
|judge generously
|mark generously
|grade generously
|read generously
|view generously
|define generously
|describe generously
|assume generously
|credit generously
Synonyma
leniently (Focuses on being less strict about rules or mistakes.)
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charitably (Focuses on interpreting someone’s actions or words in the best possible way.)
Antonyma
strictly (Applying rules closely and allowing few exceptions.)
Témata
education
|work
|law_and_order
Definice
judging in a kind way, not strict
In a way that is kind or forgiving in judgment, often by giving someone the benefit of the doubt.
C1
4
nagyvonalúan
B2
Vzorec užití:
forgive/speak/acknowledge [someone/something] generously
She spoke generously about her former colleague’s work.
Nagyvonalúan beszélt a volt kollégája munkájáról.
He accepted the criticism generously and thanked them for being honest.
Nagyvonalúan fogadta a kritikát, és megköszönte nekik az őszinteséget.
They generously shared the credit with the whole team.
Učební příklady
He forgave her generously.
Nagyvonalúan megbocsátott neki.
She shared the credit generously.
Nagyvonalúan megosztotta az elismerést másokkal.
Častá chyba:
Not “generous” in size/amount; this is about attitude (forgiving, giving credit).
Význam
in a magnanimous way
Kolokace
forgive generously
|acknowledge generously
|praise generously
|share credit generously
|speak generously of
|respond generously
|treat generously
|give generously of yourself
|thank generously
|apologize generously
Synonyma
magnanimously (More formal; strongly suggests forgiving or noble-minded behavior.)
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big-heartedly (More informal; highlights warmth and kindness.)
Antonyma
pettily (Being small-minded, unforgiving, or ungenerous in spirit.)
Témata
emotions
|relationships
|work
Definice
acting in a big, forgiving way
In a way that shows nobility or unselfishness, especially by forgiving, sharing credit, or treating others well even when you do not have to.
C1
5
bőven
B1
bő szabású
B2
Vzorec užití:
cut/measure [something] generously
Cut the fabric generously so you can trim it later.
Vágd az anyagot ráhagyással, hogy később még igazíthass rajta.
The coat is generously cut through the shoulders.
A kabát vállban bő szabású.
He measured generously to make sure the frame would fit.
Učební příklady
Cut it generously.
Vágd ráhagyással.
The shirt is generously cut.
Az ing bő szabású.
Častá chyba:
Often used with cut/measure; it’s about size, not kindness.
Význam
with extra room or size
Kolokace
cut generously
|measure generously
|size generously
|allow generously
|trim generously
|a generously cut jacket
|a generously sized portion
|a generously proportioned room
|a generously wide strap
|a generously long hem
Synonyma
amply (Means “more than enough,” slightly more formal.)
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roomily (Emphasizes having plenty of space, especially in clothing.)
Antonyma
tightly (With little extra space; close-fitting or closely measured.)
Témata
clothing
|home
|crafts
Definice
making something a bit bigger, not tight
In a way that provides extra space or a larger-than-usual size, especially when cutting, shaping, or measuring something.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
generously
IPA
GB/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
US/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
Slabiky a přízvuk
gen - er - ously (3 slabiky)
Stress on 1st syllable (gen)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: generously
- Plural: generouslies
Příbuzná slova
Forms
generouslies
noun
Core family
generous
adjective B1
generosity
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
ungenerous
adjective
ungenerously
adverb
Výrazy
apply generously
1/əplˈaɪ d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
put on a lot
to use a lot when putting something on
Příklady
- Apply generously to clean, dry skin.
- She applied sunscreen generously before going outside.
- Apply the glue generously and press the pieces together.
Učební příklady
- Apply the cream generously.
- He applied sunscreen generously.
cut generously
1/kˈʌt d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
cut with extra space
to cut it a bit bigger
Příklady
- Cut generously around the pattern so you can adjust the fit.
- The designer cut the sleeves generously for comfort.
- He cut the slices generously and offered everyone seconds.
Učební příklady
- Cut the paper generously.
- The jacket is cut generously.
donate generously
1/dˈoʊnˌeɪt d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
donate a large amount
to donate a lot
Příklady
- Several companies donated generously to the relief fund.
- If you can, donate generously to help cover medical costs.
- Alumni donated generously to support new scholarships.
Učební příklady
- They donated generously.
- I donated generously to the hospital.
give generously
1/ɡˈɪv d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
donate or share a lot
to give a lot to help
Příklady
- Please give generously to support families in need.
- People gave generously after seeing the news report.
- They asked guests to give generously instead of bringing gifts.
Učební příklady
- Please give generously.
- She gives generously to charity.
interpret generously
1/ɪntˈɚpɹət d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
read as favorable
to choose the kindest meaning
Příklady
- If we interpret generously, his email was meant as a suggestion, not a criticism.
- Her comment can be interpreted generously as concern.
- Try to interpret generously before you respond.
Učební příklady
- Interpret his message generously.
- We should interpret her words generously.
season generously
1/sˈizən d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
add plenty of seasoning
to add a lot of salt/spices
Příklady
- Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- He seasoned the soup generously and tasted it again.
- Season generously, then roast for 20 minutes.
Učební příklady
- Season the chicken generously.
- Season generously with pepper.