beneficios
“beneficios” means “benefits” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
benefits, advantages
Also: perks
📝 In Action
¿Cuáles son los beneficios de aprender un nuevo idioma?
A2What are the benefits of learning a new language?
Mi nuevo trabajo incluye beneficios de salud y vacaciones pagadas.
B1My new job includes health benefits and paid vacation.
Los beneficios del ejercicio se notan rápidamente.
A2The advantages of exercise are quickly noticeable.
profits, earnings
Also: gains
📝 In Action
La compañía distribuyó los beneficios entre sus accionistas.
B1The company distributed the profits among its shareholders.
Esperamos ver un aumento en los beneficios para fin de año.
B2We hope to see an increase in earnings by the end of the year.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: beneficios
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'beneficios' in the financial sense (Meaning 2: profits)?
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This word comes from the Latin word *beneficium*, which meant 'a kindness,' 'a favor,' or 'a good deed.' It is built from the Latin components *bene* (meaning 'well' or 'good') and *facere* (meaning 'to do'). So, the word literally means 'something well done' that results in a positive outcome for someone.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'beneficio' (singular) used often?
Yes, but less frequently than the plural form. You might see 'beneficio' when talking about a single good result or a specific type of aid, like 'el beneficio fiscal' (the tax benefit). However, when listing multiple good things, always use 'beneficios'.
How is 'beneficios' different from 'ganancias'?
They are very similar, especially in business. 'Beneficios' (profits) is often the more formal term, while 'ganancias' (earnings/winnings) is a bit broader and can also mean money earned from things like gambling or sales.