How to Pronounce "largess"
word
ˈɫɑɹdʒəs
LAR-juhs
lˈɑːdʒɛs
lah-JESS
Definition
The act of giving money, gifts, or help generously, especially to people in need or as a sign of kindness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɑɹdʒəs
British English
lˈɑːdʒɛs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAR-juhs
UK
lah-JESS
Listen in Context
The charity was grateful for the company's largess.
They survived the winter thanks to the king's largess.
The festival was funded by the mayor's largess.
Many artists owe their careers to the largess of wealthy patrons.