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beneficial, useful, profitable
Having a positive or helpful effect. Used for information, experiences, activities, or substances that provide some advantage or benefit.
有益な情報をありがとう。
Thank you for the useful information.
この研修は非常に有益だった。
This training session was extremely beneficial.
社会にとって有益な活動を行う団体を支援したい。
I want to support organizations that carry out activities beneficial to society.
USAGE:
A somewhat formal word. Used as a na-adjective (有益な) or with に: 社会にとって有益 (beneficial to society). Common in written language, reports, and academic contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 有益な情報: useful information
- 有益な経験: beneficial experience
- 有益な助言: helpful advice
- 社会に有益: beneficial to society
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 有用: useful (similar, slightly more practical)
- 有意義: meaningful, worthwhile (emphasizes significance)
- 役に立つ: useful, helpful (everyday expression)