boon — something that is helpful or beneficial; a blessing or advantage
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something that is helpful or beneficial; a blessing or advantage
Pronunciation (IPA): /buːn/
Korean meaning: 도움이 되는 것, 혜택, 축복
Korean pronunciation: **분**
Example Sentences
- Free WiFi at the coffee shop was a boon to remote workers.
- Rain was a boon to farmers, but a bane to my picnic plans.
- The translation app proved to be a real boon during my trip to Korea.
boon
NOUN//buːn//
something that is helpful or beneficial; a blessing or advantage
The unexpected rainfall proves a boon for the drought-stricken farmer
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Under the moon's light, rain will be a boon soon!
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Origin
From Old Norse 'bón' meaning 'a request' or 'a prayer,' which evolved to mean 'a gift' or 'a benefit granted.' The word entered Middle English through Scandinavian influence during the Viking period.
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“Free WiFi at the coffee shop was a boon to remote workers.”
“Rain was a boon to farmers, but a bane to my picnic plans.”
“The translation app proved to be a real boon during my trip to Korea.”
“Having a 24-hour convenience store nearby is a boon for night owls like me.”
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