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benefits

UK //ˈbɛnɪfɪts//US //ˈbɛnəfɪts//

词源

源自中古英语 'benefet',来自古法语 'bienfait',意为'善行'或'好处',最终源自拉丁语 'benefactum'(善行)。

noun

❶ 指某种行为或事物带来的好处或优势,通常是积极的、对个人或群体有益的结果。

“Regular exercise has many health benefits.”

(定期锻炼对健康有很多好处。)

“The benefits of learning a new language include better job opportunities.”

(学习一门新语言的好处包括更好的工作机会。)

同义词:advantages, perks, gains

verb

❶ 指从某种行为或事物中获得好处或优势,通常用于表达某人或某物因某事而受益。

“Many students benefit from extra tutoring.”

(许多学生从额外的辅导中受益。)

“The new policy will benefit small businesses.”

(新政策将使小企业受益。)

同义词:profit, gain, reap

常见短语

benefits package — 指雇主为员工提供的福利组合,通常包括医疗保险、退休金等。

“The job offer includes a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.”

(这份工作提供有竞争力的薪水和全面的福利组合。)

fringe benefits — 指除工资外,雇主提供的额外福利,如公司车、健身房会员等。

“The fringe benefits at this company include free meals and gym membership.”

(这家公司的额外福利包括免费餐食和健身房会员资格。)