generously
gb/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/ us/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
B2
Inglés
nagylelkűen, bőven, jóindulatúan, elnézően, nagyvonalúan, bő szabású
B2
1
nagylelkűen
B2
Patrón de uso:
[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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
People gave generously after the storm.
Az emberek nagylelkűen adakoztak a vihar után.
She donates generously every year.
Minden évben nagylelkűen adakozik.
Error frecuente:
Don’t confuse generously (how someone gives) with generous (describing a person or amount).
Significado
in a kind, giving way
Colocaciones
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
Sinónimos
charitably (Emphasizes helping those in need.)
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openhandedly (Emphasizes giving freely, especially money.)
Antónimos
stingily (Giving very little or unwillingly.)
Temas
emotions
|social
|charity
|daily_life
Definición
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
Patrón de uso:
[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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
Add salt generously.
Adj hozzá bőven sót.
She poured the sauce generously.
Bőven öntött rá szószt.
Error frecuente:
Generously here means “a lot,” not necessarily “kind.”
Significado
in a large amount
Colocaciones
apply generously
|spread generously
|season generously
|butter generously
|oil generously
|sprinkle generously
|dust generously
|coat generously
|pour generously
|serve generously
Sinónimos
liberally (Common in instructions (e.g., cooking, skincare).)
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abundantly (Suggests a very large quantity, sometimes more formal.)
Antónimos
sparingly (Using only a small amount.)
Temas
food
|daily_life
|home
Definición
using a lot of something
In a large, ample, or more-than-enough amount; liberally.
C1
3
jóindulatúan
B2
elnézően
B2
Patrón de uso:
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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
Please mark my work generously.
Kérlek, elnézően javítsd a dolgozatomat.
Try to interpret her words generously.
Próbáld jóindulatúan értelmezni a szavait.
Error frecuente:
This does not mean giving money; it means being kind in your judgment.
Significado
in a lenient, favorable way
Colocaciones
interpret generously
|judge generously
|mark generously
|grade generously
|read generously
|view generously
|define generously
|describe generously
|assume generously
|credit generously
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
strictly (Applying rules closely and allowing few exceptions.)
Temas
education
|work
|law_and_order
Definición
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
Patrón de uso:
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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He forgave her generously.
Nagyvonalúan megbocsátott neki.
She shared the credit generously.
Nagyvonalúan megosztotta az elismerést másokkal.
Error frecuente:
Not “generous” in size/amount; this is about attitude (forgiving, giving credit).
Significado
in a magnanimous way
Colocaciones
forgive generously
|acknowledge generously
|praise generously
|share credit generously
|speak generously of
|respond generously
|treat generously
|give generously of yourself
|thank generously
|apologize generously
Sinónimos
magnanimously (More formal; strongly suggests forgiving or noble-minded behavior.)
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big-heartedly (More informal; highlights warmth and kindness.)
Antónimos
pettily (Being small-minded, unforgiving, or ungenerous in spirit.)
Temas
emotions
|relationships
|work
Definición
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
Patrón de uso:
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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
Cut it generously.
Vágd ráhagyással.
The shirt is generously cut.
Az ing bő szabású.
Error frecuente:
Often used with cut/measure; it’s about size, not kindness.
Significado
with extra room or size
Colocaciones
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
Sinónimos
amply (Means “more than enough,” slightly more formal.)
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roomily (Emphasizes having plenty of space, especially in clothing.)
Antónimos
tightly (With little extra space; close-fitting or closely measured.)
Temas
clothing
|home
|crafts
Definición
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.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
generously
AFI
GB/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
US/d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
Sílabas y acento
gen - er - ously (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (gen)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: generously
- Plural: generouslies
Familia de palabras
Forms
generouslies
noun
Core family
generous
adjective B1
generosity
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
ungenerous
adjective
ungenerously
adverb
Expresiones
apply generously
1/əplˈaɪ d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
put on a lot
to use a lot when putting something on
Ejemplos
- Apply generously to clean, dry skin.
- She applied sunscreen generously before going outside.
- Apply the glue generously and press the pieces together.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- 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
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Cut the paper generously.
- The jacket is cut generously.
donate generously
1/dˈoʊnˌeɪt d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
donate a large amount
to donate a lot
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- 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
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Please give generously.
- She gives generously to charity.
interpret generously
1/ɪntˈɚpɹət d͡ʒˈɛnɚəsli/
fixed phrase
read as favorable
to choose the kindest meaning
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- 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
Ejemplos
- Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- He seasoned the soup generously and tasted it again.
- Season generously, then roast for 20 minutes.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Season the chicken generously.
- Season generously with pepper.