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benevolence in French

benevolence in French is bienveillance, bénévolence — benevolence means a kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.

benevolence in French

bienveillance
noun
(uncountable) Disposition to do good.
bénévolence
noun
(uncountable) Disposition to do good.

What does "benevolence" mean?

  1. noun A kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.
    "The old man was known throughout the village for his quiet benevolence."
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benevolence in a sentence

  • The old man was known throughout the village for his quiet benevolence.
  • The charity relies entirely on the benevolence of local donors.

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What is "benevolence" in French?

"benevolence" in French is bienveillance, bénévolence. benevolence means: A kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.

How do you use "benevolence" in a sentence?

Example: "The old man was known throughout the village for his quiet benevolence." In French, "benevolence" is bienveillance, bénévolence.

Are there other ways to say "benevolence" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "benevolence": bienveillance, bénévolence.

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