Pronunciation: /ˈbɛɡər/
noun a person who lives by asking for money or food
A1 The beggar asked for some spare change on the street.
A2 The beggar sat on the sidewalk with a sign asking for help.
B1 The beggar was grateful for the warm meal given to him by a kind stranger.
B2 Despite his appearance, the beggar was actually a talented musician.
C1 The beggar's story of perseverance and resilience touched the hearts of many.
C2 The beggar's humble demeanor belied his inner strength and wisdom.
verb not applicable
A1 The little boy begged his mother for a cookie.
A2 She begged her boss for a raise.
B1 The homeless man begged for money on the street corner.
B2 The actress begged the director for another chance to audition.
C1 He begged for forgiveness after realizing his mistake.
C2 She begged him not to leave her, but he walked away anyway.
adjective not applicable
A1 The beggar man asked for spare change on the street corner.
A2 The beggar child was grateful for the warm meal given to him.
B1 The beggar woman relied on the kindness of strangers to survive.
B2 The beggar's humble demeanor touched the hearts of those around him.
C1 The beggar's resilience in the face of adversity was truly inspiring.
C2 The beggar's poignant story shed light on the harsh realities of poverty.
adverb not applicable
A1 The beggar asked for some spare change.
A2 The beggar humbly begged for food at the market.
B1 The beggar pleaded for mercy from the passersby.
B2 The beggar desperately begged for help from the kind stranger.
C1 The beggar eloquently appealed for assistance from the generous donors.
C2 The beggar artfully implored for support from the compassionate community.
pronoun not applicable
A1 The beggar asked for some spare change.
A2 The beggar was grateful for the food given to him.
B1 The beggar's sign read 'Will work for food.'
B2 The beggar's eyes held a look of desperation.
C1 The beggar's presence on the street corner was a familiar sight.
C2 The beggar's story of hardship touched the hearts of many passersby.
preposition not applicable
A1 The beggar sat on the sidewalk asking for spare change.
A2 I saw a beggar outside the grocery store with a sign asking for help.
B1 The beggar approached me on the street and asked for some food.
B2 Despite being a successful businessman, he still remembered his days as a beggar.
C1 The beggar's story of overcoming adversity and poverty was truly inspiring.
C2 The wealthy entrepreneur started a foundation to help beggars and the homeless in his community.
conjunction not applicable
A1 The beggar asked for some change.
A2 I saw a beggar on the street corner with a sign asking for help.
B1 Despite being a beggar, he had a kind heart and always helped others in need.
B2 The beggar, tired and hungry, sat on the sidewalk hoping for some generosity from passersby.
C1 The beggar, who had once been a successful businessman, now lived on the streets.
C2 The beggar, though destitute, maintained a sense of dignity and pride in his appearance.
interjection not applicable
A1 Beggar! Please spare some change.
A2 Excuse me, beggar, do you have any food to spare?
B1 Beggar, could you tell me how to get to the nearest shelter?
B2 Oh beggar, I admire your resilience in tough times.
C1 Beggar, your story is truly inspiring and humbling.
C2 I met a beggar on the street today and his words of wisdom left me speechless.
article not applicable
A1 The beggar asked for some spare change on the street.
A2 The kind woman gave the beggar a sandwich and some water.
B1 The beggar's appearance was unkempt, with torn clothes and dirty hands.
B2 Despite his circumstances, the beggar remained hopeful and optimistic.
C1 The beggar shared stories of his past life before ending up on the streets.
C2 The beggar's eyes held a depth of wisdom and experience beyond his years.
formal The beggar sat quietly on the sidewalk, holding out a cup for donations.
informal I saw a beggar asking for money outside the grocery store.
slang That beggar is always hustling for spare change.
figurative His constant requests for help made him seem like a beggar for attention.
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