B1adjectiverelationshipsmoney
US/ˈdʒen.ər.əs/
UK/ˈdʒen.ər.əs/
happy to give money, time or help to others; also larger than usual
In context
It was very generous of you to pay for everyone's coffee.
The street vendor always gives a generous portion of herbs with each bowl.
Local businesses have been generous with donations for the flood victims.
Words that go with generous
adjective + noun
- generous offerThank you for your generous offer, but I can manage alone.
- generous portionThe restaurant is famous for its generous portions.
- generous donationA former student made a generous donation to the school.
adjective + preposition
- generous withMy boss is generous with praise when we do well.
- generous of youThat's really generous of you!
adverb + adjective
- extremely generousOur neighbors have been extremely generous to us.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
It is very generous for you to help me.Correct: It is very generous of you to help me.