How to pronounce Mendicant?

The correct way to pronounce Mendicant is [MEN-di-kant]. Emphasis is on the 2 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Mendicant, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Mendicant?

Mendicant – a mendicant is a person who relies on alms for their livelihood. Often, this term refers to a member of a religious order that has taken a vow of poverty. Mendicants typically do not own property and live by begging for food and necessities. They are sometimes seen as spiritual figures wandering to spread their teachings. The word comes from the latin 'mendicans', meaning 'begging'.

Examples of usage of Mendicant

  1. The mendicant friars traveled from town to town, relying on the kindness of strangers.
  2. In medieval times, the mendicant orders played a significant role in society by providing aid to the poor.
  3. The author's novel features a mendicant character who struggles to find his place in a bustling city.
  4. As a mendicant, she often faced challenges in gathering enough resources for her daily needs.
  5. The community gathered to support the local mendicant, recognizing her contributions through prayer and kindness.