behalf — in 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
She spoke on behalf of everyone who couldn't find the words themselves.
BE the other HALF — act on behalf of those who can't.
On behalf of those left in the aftermath — someone must clear the path.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
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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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“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.”
“I accept this award on behalf of my pet hamster, who inspired this research.”
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