Example: She explained the rules for the benefit of everyone.
Definition
"For the benefit of" is a phrase used to indicate that an action is done to help or advantage someone or something. It means that the purpose of the action is to provide a positive effect or support to the person or group mentioned.
Translations
en beneficio de
ten behoeve van
en benefici de
au bénéfice de
zum Nutzen von
Etymology
The phrase "for the benefit of" originates from the word 'benefit,' which comes from the Latin 'beneficium,' meaning 'a favor or kindness.' The phrase has been used in English since the Middle Ages to express doing something for someone's good or advantage. Did you know? The word 'benefit' originally described acts of kindness or gifts, highlighting the phrase's roots in generosity.
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"For the benefit of" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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