charity
/ˈtʃærəti/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #3072 in the learning path
慈善机构
Definitions
n. an organisation that helps people or causes in need
慈善机构
n. help, especially money, given to those in need
慈善；救济
Example
My sister volunteers at a charity that rescues dogs.
我姐姐在一家救助狗的慈善机构做志愿者。
Local charities can provide essential support, but governments remain responsible for ensuring access to basic services.
地方慈善机构可以提供重要支持，但政府仍有责任保障基本服务的可及性。
Collocations
- donate to charity
- raise money for charity
- charity event
Word family
- charitable (adj.)
- charitably (adv.)
Usage tip
指机构时可数；指慈善事业或救济时不可数。
FAQ
- What does charity mean?
- an organisation that helps people or causes in need help, especially money, given to those in need
- How is charity pronounced?
- UK /ˈtʃærəti/, US /ˈtʃærəti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
