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慈善 — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • benevolence noun A kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.
  • charity noun An organization set up to help people in need or support a cause, rather than to make a profit.
  • pittance noun A very small amount of money, especially as pay.

Senses

慈善 is used for these senses in English:

  • benevolence (uncountable) Charitable kindness.
  • charity (uncountable) Benevolence to others less fortunate than ourselves; the providing of goods or money to those in need.
  • pittance A small allowance of food and drink; a scanty meal.

charity — full definition

  1. noun An organization set up to help people in need or support a cause, rather than to make a profit.
  2. noun Money, food, or other help given to people who need it.
  3. noun A kind, generous, and forgiving attitude toward other people.

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