benjamin

noun
UK: /ˈben.dʒə.mɪn/
US: /ˈben.dʒə.mɪn/

  1. A male given name.

    1. Benjamin is my friend's name. [ ] [ ]
    2. Benjamin Franklin was a famous inventor and statesman representing America. [ ] [ ]

  2. The youngest son of Jacob in the Bible.

    1. Benjamin was Jacob's favorite child. [ ] [ ]
    2. The tribe of Benjamin was known for its skilled warriors and strength in battle. [ ] [ ]

  3. Slang for a hundred-dollar bill, featuring Benjamin Franklin.

    1. I need a Benjamin for this. [ ] [ ]
    2. He flashed a stack of Benjamins at the bar showing off his wealth. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

ben benny

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "benjamin" in English means: A male given name., The youngest son of Jacob in the Bible., Slang for a hundred-dollar bill, featuring Benjamin Franklin..

The phonetic transcription of "benjamin" is /ˈben.dʒə.mɪn/ in British English and /ˈben.dʒə.mɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "benjamin": ben, benny.

Example usage of "benjamin": "Benjamin is my friend's name.". More examples on the page.