How to Pronounce Benefits

To pronounce "benefits", say BEN-ef-its — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

BEN-ef-its

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💡 Tip for remembering “benefits”

"benefits" has 3 syllables: ben-ef-its.

What does benefits mean?

noun

  1. An advantage; help or aid from something.

    “It was for her benefit.   His benefit was free beer.”

  2. A payment made in accordance with an insurance policy or a public assistance scheme.

verb

  1. To be or to provide a benefit to.
  2. To receive a benefit (from); to be a beneficiary.

Synonyms

advantageaidassistanceboonforedealhelpsubsidybattenbehoove

Antonyms

detrimentdisadvantageencumbranceharmhindrancenuisancemalefic

Related words

gainwelfareprofitachievementsadvancesadvantageadvantageousadvantages

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "benefits"?▾

"Benefits" has 3 syllables: ben · ef · its.

What does "benefits" mean?▾

Benefits: An advantage; help or aid from something.

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