generosidad
“generosidad” means “generosity” in Spanish (the quality of being kind and giving freely).
generosity
Also: liberality, kindness
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Su generosidad ayudó a muchas personas sin hogar.
A2Their generosity helped many homeless people.
Te agradezco mucho tu generosidad con tu tiempo.
A1I really appreciate your generosity with your time.
La generosidad es una virtud muy importante.
B1Generosity is a very important virtue.
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Quick Quiz: generosidad
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the opposite (antonym) of 'generosidad'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'generositas.' Long ago, it was used to describe people of 'noble birth.' Over time, the meaning changed from being about a person's social class to being about their noble and kind behavior toward others.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'generosidad' used for giving non-material things?
Yes, absolutely! It is common to hear 'generosidad de espíritu' (generosity of spirit) or 'generosidad con su tiempo' (generosity with their time).
Is the word formal?
It is neutral. You can use it in a formal speech or when talking to your best friend about someone's kindness.