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有益

ゆうえき

N2useful · beneficial

Examples

専門家の講演は初心者にも有益な内容だった。

異なる立場の意見を聞くことは、議論を深めるうえで有益だ。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 有益 is read as ゆうえき and is a noun and adjectival noun for something useful or beneficial to a purpose.
  • Basic usage: Use 有益な内容 before a noun and ~うえで有益だ to state that something benefits a particular purpose.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Difference from 便利
    • 便利 emphasizes convenience in use, while 有益 focuses on producing real help or benefit.
  • Beneficiary of the value
    • In 初心者にも有益, にも extends the range of people who benefit to include beginners.

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