Hello learners! Today, we will discuss the words for people who do good deeds. A "benefactor" is a man who helps someone or an organization, usually by giving money. Let's learn the feminine term for this generous role.
Feminine Gender of Benefactor
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Benefactor vs. Benefactress: A Comparison
This table explains the roles of a benefactor and benefactress.
| Term | Gender | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Benefactor | Male (or Neutral) | A person who gives money or other help to a person or cause. |
| Benefactress | Female | A woman who gives money or other help to a person or cause. |
What is a Benefactor?
A benefactor is someone who supports a person, an institution, or a cause with money or other help. They are a patron or a supporter. For example, a man who donates money to build a school library is a benefactor.
What is a Benefactress?
A benefactress is simply the female version of a benefactor. It refers to a woman who provides financial support or other help to a cause, school, or charity.
Modern Usage: 'Benefactor' for Everyone
In modern English, it is becoming very common to use the word benefactor as a gender-neutral term. This means "benefactor" can be used for a man, a woman, or a group of people. While "benefactress" is still correct, you will often see "benefactor" used for women as well, especially in news and formal writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Benefactor Feminine Gender
The feminine gender of a benefactor is a benefactress.
Benefactor Opposite Gender
The opposite gender of a benefactor is benefactress.
Female equivalent of benefactor
The female equivalent of a benefactor is a benefactress. However, the term benefactor is now often used for both men and women.
Practice Exercises
Worksheet: Identify the Giver
Fill in the blank with the correct term: benefactor or benefactress.
- The anonymous _______ donated a million dollars to the hospital. (Could be male or female)
- A wealthy _______ left her entire fortune to an animal shelter.
- Mr. Smith was a major _______ of the new science museum.
- The famous actress was a known _______ to many charities.
- The university honored the late _______ by naming a building after her.
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