How to Pronounce "beneficent"
word
ˌbɛnəˈfɪʃənt
buh-NIF-uh-sent
bˈɛnɪfˌɪsənt
BEN-ih-FISS-uhnt
Definition
Someone who is beneficent does good things and helps others, especially by being kind or charitable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌbɛnəˈfɪʃənt
British English
bˈɛnɪfˌɪsənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buh-NIF-uh-sent
UK
BEN-ih-FISS-uhnt
Listen in Context
The beneficent woman gave food to the poor.
The king was known for his beneficent rule.
Many people appreciate her beneficent actions.
He had a beneficent influence on everyone he met.