be entitled to — to have the right to receive or do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to have the right to receive or do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /bi ɪnˈtaɪtld tu/
Example Sentences
- I ate the whole pizza, so I'm entitled to a food coma.
- Employees are entitled to three weeks of vacation per year.
- After waiting in line for 2 hours, I feel entitled to complain about this service.
be entitled to
NOUN[/bi ɪnˈtaɪtld tu/]
to have the right to receive or do something
The winner was entitled to the grand prize.
Her status entitled her to exclusive benefits. (TITLE → RIGHTS = ENTITLED → a title or status gives special rights)
Once belittled, now rightfully titled - she's entitled to respect!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase derives from Old French 'entitler', combining the prefix 'en-' (meaning 'to put into' or 'inward') with 'title' (from Latin 'titulus', meaning a written document or right). The expression evolved to denote the legal or formal right to claim something or possess a specific status.
Breakdown
en- (into, inward) + title (a right, qualification, or formal claim). The construction literally means 'to put into the condition of having a title or right.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I ate the whole pizza, so I'm entitled to a food coma.”
“Employees are entitled to three weeks of vacation per year.”
“After waiting in line for 2 hours, I feel entitled to complain about this service.”
“Senior citizens are entitled to free public transportation.”
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