A2 noun Neutral #339 más común

benefit

/ˈbenɪfɪt/

A benefit is an advantage, profit, or helpful effect that you get from something. It refers to a positive outcome or a specific feature that improves a situation or person's well-being.

Ejemplos

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1

Walking to work every day has many health benefits.

Walking to work every day has many health benefits.

2

The proposed changes will provide a significant benefit to the local community.

The proposed changes will provide a significant benefit to the local community.

3

One benefit of living with friends is that you always have someone to talk to.

One benefit of living with friends is that you always have someone to talk to.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
benefit
Verb
benefit
Adverbio
beneficially
Adjetivo
beneficial
Relacionado
beneficiary
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Truco para recordar

Think of the phrase 'Be Fit'. Regular exercise is a 'benefit' because it helps you 'Be Fit'.

Quiz rápido

The main _______ of the new law is that it will lower taxes for small businesses.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: benefit

Ejemplos

1

Walking to work every day has many health benefits.

everyday

Walking to work every day has many health benefits.

2

The proposed changes will provide a significant benefit to the local community.

formal

The proposed changes will provide a significant benefit to the local community.

3

One benefit of living with friends is that you always have someone to talk to.

informal

One benefit of living with friends is that you always have someone to talk to.

4

Researchers have documented the long-term benefits of early childhood education.

academic

Researchers have documented the long-term benefits of early childhood education.

5

Our company offers a great dental benefit as part of the insurance package.

business

Our company offers a great dental benefit as part of the insurance package.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
benefit
Verb
benefit
Adverbio
beneficially
Adjetivo
beneficial
Relacionado
beneficiary

Colocaciones comunes

health benefit health benefit
mutual benefit mutual benefit
financial benefit financial benefit
fringe benefit fringe benefit
huge benefit huge benefit

Frases Comunes

benefit of the doubt

benefit of the doubt

for the benefit of

for the benefit of

reap the benefits

reap the benefits

Se confunde a menudo con

benefit vs profit

Profit specifically refers to financial gain after costs, while benefit is any kind of general advantage.

benefit vs advantage

Advantage refers to a superior position, while benefit focuses on the positive effect received.

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Notas de uso

The word 'benefit' is often followed by the preposition 'of' when describing what something provides (the benefit of exercise) or 'to' when describing who receives it (a benefit to the city).

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Errores comunes

Learners sometimes use the adjective 'beneficial' when they need the noun 'benefit' (e.g., saying 'it has a beneficial' instead of 'it has a benefit').

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Truco para recordar

Think of the phrase 'Be Fit'. Regular exercise is a 'benefit' because it helps you 'Be Fit'.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'bene' (well) and 'facere' (to do), literally meaning 'to do well'.

Patrones gramaticales

Countable noun (plural: benefits) Used with prepositions 'of' and 'to' Can also function as a verb (to benefit from something)
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Contexto cultural

In British English, 'benefits' often refers specifically to social security payments provided by the government to people in need.

Quiz rápido

The main _______ of the new law is that it will lower taxes for small businesses.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: benefit

Palabras relacionadas

overall

B2

Describing the total or general nature of something when all parts or factors are considered together. It refers to the whole of a situation rather than specific details or individual components.

overlap

B2

To cover part of the same area of space or time as something else, or to have some common qualities or features. It describes situations where two things occupy the same physical space partially or where two events happen simultaneously for a period.

overseas

B2

Relating to, coming from, or situated in a country across the sea or ocean. It is used to describe international contexts, particularly travel, trade, or living arrangements in a foreign land.

panel

B2

A panel is a small group of people brought together to discuss a specific topic, provide expert advice, or make decisions. It can also refer to a distinct, flat, and often rectangular section of a larger surface, such as a wall, door, or control board.

parameter

B2

A parameter is a limit or boundary that defines the scope of a particular process, system, or activity. In technical or mathematical contexts, it refers to a measurable factor that sets the conditions of an operation.

passive

B2

Describing someone who allows things to happen or accepts what others do without resistance or participation. It is also used in grammar to describe a sentence structure where the subject is the recipient of the action rather than the performer.

persist

B2

To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty, opposition, or failure. It also refers to a state or condition that continues to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

philosophy

B2

Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline. It also refers to a specific set of beliefs, values, or principles that guide the behavior and outlook of an individual or an organization.

portion

B2

A portion is a part of a whole that has been divided or allocated to a specific person or purpose. It is most commonly used to describe a serving of food or a specific share of a larger amount, such as money or time.

pose

B2

To present or constitute a problem, danger, or challenge that needs to be addressed. It also refers to the physical act of assuming a specific position for a photograph, painting, or artistic work.

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