Pronunciation: [biː ɡɹˈʌd͡ʒd] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "be grudged" is confusing due to the presence of the silent "e" after the "g". In IPA, it is transcribed as /bɪˈɡrʌdʒd/. The "e" is not pronounced and only serves to indicate the soft "g" sound. The word means to resent or envy someone for something they have or achieved. While the spelling may be cumbersome, it is essential to pronounce the "g" correctly to avoid confusing it with the word "begged".
To "be begrudged" refers to the act of feeling resentment, jealousy, or bitterness towards someone or something due to perceiving unfairness, deprivation, or the loss of something valuable. It commonly involves experiencing negative emotions or a sense of being deprived of something that one believes they are entitled to or should have rightfully received.
This term emerges from the word "grudge," which indicates deep-seated animosity or ill-will towards someone, often stemming from feelings of envy or unfair treatment. When an individual "is begrudged," they become the object of this resentment or ill-will from others.
For instance, if a person is successful in their career and becomes the target of envy or bitterness from their peers, it can be said that they are begrudged. This implies that others may feel a sense of unfairness or deprivation compared to the achievements or advantages that the individual has attained.
In summary, "to be begrudged" signifies being the target of ill-will, resentment, or bitterness due to perceived inequity, success, or privileged circumstances. It implies that others harbor negative emotions rooted in jealousy, dissatisfaction, or a sense of being treated unjustly towards the person who is begrudged.
The word "be grudged" is derived from the combination of two separate words: "be" and "grudged".
The term "be" is a present tense form of the verb "to be", which has Old English roots and can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "būan". It has a wide range of meanings related to existence, state, or identity.
The word "grudged" is the past tense of the verb "grudge", which originated from the Middle English word "grucchen" and can be further traced to the Old French word "gruccher" meaning "to murmur, or complain". It was influenced by the Latin word "grunnire", meaning "to grunt".
When combined, the term "be grudged" describes the act of harboring feelings of envy, resentment, or ill-will towards someone or something.
