Bestow on Meaning in English
expression
bɪˈstoʊ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
bi-STOH on
bɪstˈəʊ/ /ˈɒn
bi-STOH on
Definition
To formally or honorably give something, such as an award, gift, or title, to someone.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or literary; rarely used in daily conversation. Common with honors, titles, or gifts: 'bestow an honor on', 'bestow a gift on'. The prepositions 'on' or 'upon' are typical ('bestow upon' is even more formal). Do not use for everyday giving.
Spanish: otorgar a - conceder aPortuguese (BR): conceder a - conferir aPortuguese (PT): conceder a - conferir aChinese (Simplified): 授予Chinese (Traditional): 賦予 - 授予Hindi: प्रदान करना (किसी को)Arabic: يمنح لـ - يضفي علىBengali: প্রদান করাRussian: даровать - пожаловать (кому-то)Japanese: 授けるVietnamese: ban tặng cho - trao choKorean: 수여하다 - 주다Turkish: bahşetmek - vermek (birine)Urdu: عطا کرنا (کسی کو)Indonesian: menganugerahkan kepada - memberikan kepada
Example Sentences
The king bestowed on him the title of knight.
basic
The committee bestowed on her a special award for her work.
basic
The school bestowed on him a scholarship.
basic
The city decided to bestow on the artist the key to the city.
natural
They wanted to bestow on her their highest honor for bravery.
natural
This medal is bestowed on those who show true leadership.
natural