adjective
begotten
bih-GOT-uhn
Begotten (adjective) means Brought into existence by a parent; fathered. Example: “The phrase "only begotten son" appears in traditional translations of the Bible.”
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Brought into existence by a parent; fathered.
"The phrase "only begotten son" appears in traditional translations of the Bible."
How to use begotten
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFathered or created — an old-fashioned past participle of "beget."
When to use it
Archaic and mostly religious or literary in modern use.
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What does “begotten” mean?
The word “begotten” means brought into existence by a parent; fathered. In plain terms, fathered or created — an old-fashioned past participle of "beget.".
How do you pronounce “begotten”?
“Begotten” is pronounced bih-GOT-uhn (/bɪˈɡɒt.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “begotten” in a sentence?
Here is “begotten” used in a sentence: “The phrase "only begotten son" appears in traditional translations of the Bible.”
What part of speech is “begotten”?
“Begotten” is an adjective.
