🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

자선의

Pronunciation / Transliteration: jaseon-ui

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Charitable/ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그녀는 지역 보호소에 대한 자선 기부로 유명합니다."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to the assistance of those in need; generous in giving.

    "She is known for her charitable donations to local shelters."
  2. 2

    Characterized by a kind disposition; benevolent.

    "His charitable nature made him well-liked in the community."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'charitable' originates from the Middle English 'charitable', derived from the Old French 'charitable', which in turn comes from the Latin 'caritās', meaning 'dear, beloved, or precious'. The meaning has evolved to emphasize generosity and kindness towards others, particularly in the context of giving to those in need.

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