有益

ゆうえき

beneficial, profitable

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"有益" (yǒuyì) is an adjective meaning "beneficial" or "helpful." It is commonly used to describe things, actions, or experiences that bring positive effects or advantages.

Common Contexts

You will often see "有益" used in contexts related to health, education, social activities, and advice. For example, "有益健康" (beneficial to health) or "有益学习" (beneficial for learning).

Collocations

  • 有益健康: beneficial to health, used when talking about things that improve physical well-being.
  • 有益经验: beneficial experience, referring to experiences that help personal growth.
  • 有益: beneficial to, a formal pattern often used in written language.

Nuances

"有益" carries a positive connotation and is more formal than simply saying "" (good). It emphasizes usefulness or advantage rather than just liking something.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "有益" with "有用" (useful). "有用" often refers to practical utility, while "有益" emphasizes beneficial effects, often in a broader or more abstract sense.

Example Sentences

This book is very beneficial for improving English proficiency.

Proper exercise is beneficial to the body.

Participating in volunteer activities benefits society and can also improve