word
Legal
Latin
pro bono
proh BOH-noh
proʊ ˈboʊnoʊListen
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Syllable breakdown
probono
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Dictionary meaning
Professional work undertaken without charge, especially legal work for clients who cannot pay.
History and origin
Latin — 'pro bono publico' (for the public good).
Examples
- The law firm committed fifty hours per year per lawyer to pro bono work in their community.
Common mispronunciations
PROH-buh-nohproh BON-oh
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