noun
godsend
GOD-sehnd
Godsend (noun) means something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed. Example: “The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling shelter.”
noun
1
Something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed.
"The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling shelter."
"Having a neighbour who's a nurse was a godsend when the baby got sick at midnight."
2
A person who arrives at just the right moment and turns out to be a huge help.
"The new volunteer has been an absolute godsend during the busiest season."
How to use godsend
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA stroke of luck that arrives exactly when you needed it most.
Common pairings
an absolute godsend
a real godsend
be a godsend
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Word forms
- Plural
- godsends
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Etymology
Originally meant literally "sent by God" — something so perfectly timed it felt like divine help.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “godsend” mean?
The word “godsend” means something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed. In plain terms, a stroke of luck that arrives exactly when you needed it most.
How do you pronounce “godsend”?
“Godsend” is pronounced GOD-sehnd (/ˈɡɑdˌsɛnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “godsend” in a sentence?
Here is “godsend” used in a sentence: “The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling shelter.”
What part of speech is “godsend”?
“Godsend” is a noun.
How many meanings does “godsend” have?
“Godsend” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something unexpected that turns out to be exactly what you needed.
