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behalfin the interest of or as a representative of someone

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: in the interest of or as a representative of someone

Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈhæf/

Korean meaning: ~를 대신하여, ~를 위하여

Korean pronunciation: 비-해프 (강세: 해프)

Example Sentences

  • The lawyer spoke on behalf of his client who was too nervous to speak.
  • My mom called the school on my behalf because I was 'too sick' to go to the exam.
  • The superhero fought crime on behalf of innocent citizens.

behalf

NOUN

//bɪˈhæf//

in the interest of or as a representative of someone

behalf concept
💡 Concept

a confident lawyer in a suit stands at the reception desk speaking to the receptionist while gesturing toward her injured client. The client sits in a wheelchair with a cast on his leg, looking relieved and grateful. The lawyer presents documents and speaks assertively to ensure her client gets proper treatment. The receptionist nods and immediately begins processing the paperwork with urgency. Other office workers pause their activities to observe the lawyer's professional advocacy. The injured man smiles knowing someone is fighting for his rights. the lawyer acting in the interest of and as a representative of her client

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behalf rhyme
🎵 Rhyme

On behalf of the staff, she presents half the report!

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/bɪˈhæf/
🇬🇧 UK/bɪˈhɑːf/

🌳Etymology

Prefixbe--
Roothalf

Origin

중세 영어 'bihalve'에서 유래되었으며, 'by'(옆에)와 'half'(쪽, 편)가 합쳐진 말입니다. 누군가의 '편'에 서서 그들을 대신한다는 의미가 담겨있습니다.

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🎵Rhyme

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📝Examples

The lawyer spoke on behalf of his client who was too nervous to speak.

😄 Fun example

My mom called the school on my behalf because I was 'too sick' to go to the exam.

The superhero fought crime on behalf of innocent citizens.

😄 Fun example

I accept this award on behalf of my pet hamster, who inspired this research.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

forrepresentingin place ofas a representative of

Antonyms

againstopposing

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