(ごけい)

ごけい
noun
mutual benefit; reciprocity
1. mutual benefit; reciprocity; reciprocal advantage
A formal term describing a relationship where both parties benefit equally. Commonly used in diplomacy, trade, and international relations.
互恵(ごけい)関係(かんけい)(きず)く。
To build a mutually beneficial relationship.
両国(りょうこく)互恵(ごけい)条約(じょうやく)(むす)んだ。
The two countries concluded a reciprocity treaty.
互恵(ごけい)精神(せいしん)(もと)づいた貿易(ぼうえき)協定(きょうてい)締結(ていけつ)された。
A trade agreement based on the spirit of reciprocity was concluded.

A formal term composed of () (mutual) + (けい) (benefit, grace). Most often appears in the compound 互恵(ごけい)関係(かんけい) (mutually beneficial relationship) or in diplomatic and economic contexts.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 互恵(ごけい)関係(かんけい): mutually beneficial relationship
  • 互恵(ごけい)条約(じょうやく): reciprocity treaty
  • 互恵(ごけい)精神(せいしん): spirit of reciprocity
  • 互恵(ごけい)主義(しゅぎ): principle of reciprocity

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 相互(そうご): mutual — a more general term for things being mutual or reciprocal
  • 互助(ごじょ): mutual aid — helping each other, especially in communities
  • 共存共栄(きょうそんきょうえい): coexistence and co-prosperity — a broader concept of shared success