Benéfico (en. Beneficial)

/benéfico/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That has the power to benefit or do good.
The charitable organization helps those in need.
La organización benéfica ayuda a los más necesitados.
That provides utility or profit.
It is a benevolent piece of advice that could improve your life.
Es un consejo benéfico que podría mejorar tu vida.
Related to obtaining benefits, especially in social contexts.
The charity event raised funds for medical research.
El evento benéfico recaudó fondos para la investigación médica.

Etymology

From Latin 'beneficus', which means favorable or doing good.

Common Phrases and Expressions

charitable actions
Actions that are carried out with the purpose of helping others.
acciones benéficas
charity event
An event organized to raise funds for a noble cause.
evento benéfico
charitable organization
An entity dedicated to helping people in need.
organización benéfica

Related Words

benefactor
A person who provides help, especially financial.
benefactor
benefit
Advantage or gain obtained from something.
beneficio

Slang Meanings

Something that helps others.
That program is very beneficial for the community.
Ese programa es muy benéfico para la comunidad.
Situation or action that results in a good outcome.
Participating in that event was very beneficial for his reputation.
Participar en ese evento fue algo muy benéfico para su reputación.