Meaning and Usage
"受益" means to receive benefits or profits from something, often used in contexts where someone gains advantages, knowledge, or help.
Common Contexts
It is frequently used in educational, professional, or social contexts to express that someone has gained something valuable.
Collocations and Patterns
- 受益匪浅 (shòuyì fěi qiǎn): to benefit greatly, often used to emphasize significant gains.
- 受益者 (shòuyì zhě): beneficiary, the person who receives benefits.
- 从...受益 (cóng... shòuyì): to benefit from something.
Usage Notes
"受益" is more formal and often appears in written or semi-formal spoken Chinese. It differs from simply "得到好处" (get benefits) by emphasizing the receipt and positive impact. Avoid confusing it with "收益" which often refers to financial returns.