bene
/ˈbɛni/
noun
- A prefix meaning 'good' or 'well,' used in words like 'benefit' or 'benevolent.'
- Knowing that 'bene' means good helps you understand many English words.
- In 'benevolent,' the 'bene' part means wishing well to others.
- The word 'benefit' comes from the Latin root 'bene,' meaning good.