beaucoup

adjective

ˈbō-(ˌ)kü How to pronounce beaucoup (audio)
Definition of beaucoupnext
slang
as in many
being of a large but indefinite number we were able to make beaucoup bucks working overtime at the power plant

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Recent Examples of beaucoup New England and Seattle set things up to have beaucoup salary-cap space before this season. — Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026 But as Nathaniel said, the major party nominees are going to have beaucoup money at their disposal, and given how much spending there is in presidential campaigns, keep in mind the diminishing returns on ad spending and the like. — Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 2 Feb. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beaucoup
  1. many
  2. numerous
  3. multiple
Adjective
  • Shepherded by execs from Fox and Fremantle, the pair could be seen at many of the most glamorous events along the Croisette throughout the week, while a fun stunt involving superbikes took place Monday night.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Like many other Democratic candidates, el Sayed has focused on the high energy costs that many people are facing.
    — Maydeen Merino, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of many
Adjective
  • Only with the advent of more powerful batteries could transmission lines be extended, leading to the steady rolling out of wiring across numerous rail networks in the early 1840s.
    — Mike McRae October 15, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Having dressed numerous actresses throughout her career, Chiuri sees a shift in red carpet culture toward individualized creations and, more recently, greater restraint.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of numerous
Adjective
  • The nutritionist recommended one bottle of formula per day to supplement her intake, then two, and then multiple bottles per day.
    — Raj Panjabi, Time, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Harrington cofounded Elemis in 1990 and led it from launch through the end of 2025, taking the business global and steering it through multiple transactions — including a $900 million sale from private equity to a strategic holding company in 2019.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of multiple

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“Beaucoup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beaucoup. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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