beggar
Translation
beggar
Examples
A beggar asked me for some money.
A beggar asked me for some money.
The story is about a prince and a beggar.
The story is about a prince and a beggar.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) beggar A noun for a person who begs. The beggar sat on the street corner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: panhandler, mendicant
Etymology
From the verb 'to beg' plus the agent suffix '-ar'.
Memory Tips
Picture a person carrying a 'bag' while 'begging' for money.