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    Referring to a benefit or advantage with 益处 (yìchu)

    Existence & Possession
    Result & Consequence

    Structure

    有/没有 + 益处

    Explanation

    益处 (yìchu) means "benefit" or "advantage" and is used to describe positive effects or gains. It is a slightly formal synonym of 好处. For example, 对身体有益处 means "beneficial to the body."

    Examples

    • 每天散步对身体有很大的益处。

      měi tiān sànbù duì shēntǐ yǒu hěn dà de yìchù.

      Taking a daily walk is very beneficial to your health.

    • 多和朋友交流对心理健康也有益处。

      duō hé péngyǒu jiāoliú duì xīnlǐ jiànkāng yě yǒu yìchù.

      Communicating more with friends is also beneficial to mental health.

    • 阅读的益处是潜移默化的，不会立刻看到效果。

      yuèdú de yìchù shì qiányímòhuà de, bú huì lìkè kàn dào xiàoguǒ.

      The benefits of reading are subtle and gradual; you won't see results immediately.

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