Spanish · Emotions & Descriptions
"Generous" in Spanish: generoso/a
generoso/a
Generous in Spanish is generoso or generosa. Él es generoso. Ella es generosa. Plurals: generosos and generosas. Use ser for a generous nature.
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How to pronounce generoso/a
Say it
heh-neh-ROH-soh / heh-neh-ROH-sah
/xe.ne.ˈɾo.so/, /xe.ne.ˈɾo.sa/
heh-neh-ROH-soh / heh-neh-ROH-sah. Stress ROH. Soft g; soft s.
"Generous" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| generoso | generous (masc.) Giving with time or money. | Giving with time or money. |
| generosa | generous (fem.) Feminine form. | Feminine form. |
| muy generoso/a | very generous Warm praise. | Warm praise. |
| oferta generosa | generous offer Agree with the noun. | Agree with the noun. |
How to use generoso/a in real life
- 1Thanking a host
Gracias. Fuiste muy generoso.
Thanks. You were very generous.
Generoso with a man addressed.
- 2About an aunt
Mi tía es generosa con todos.
My aunt is generous with everyone.
Generosa agrees with tía.
- 3Job talk
La oferta es generosa este año.
The offer is generous this year.
Generosa agrees with oferta.
Mistakes English speakers make with generoso/a
Incorrect: Ella es generoso.
Correct: Ella es generosa.
Agree gender: generosa with ella.
Incorrect: Ellos son generosa.
Correct: Ellos son generosos.
Use masculine plural generosos for ellos.
Good to know
Good to knowGeneroso/a praises sharing money, time, or help across Latin America. La generosidad is the related noun. People also say buena gente for a warm, giving person.
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After a friend pays for dinner
ChatPal
¡Qué generoso! Pagaste toda la cuenta.
How generous! You paid the whole bill.
You
Hoy me siento generoso. Fue mi turno.
Today I feel generous. It was my turn.
ChatPal
Eres generoso de verdad. Gracias.
You're truly generous. Thanks.
You
La próxima pagas tú el café.
Next time you pay for the coffee.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Generous" in Spanish
How does gender work?
Generoso (m.), generosa (f.), plurals generosos / generosas.
Ser or estar?
Ser generoso for character. Estoy generoso is rare and odd.
What is the noun?
La generosidad.
How do I praise someone?
Eres muy generoso / Eres muy generosa.
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