Verklarend woordenboek
Engels
Behalf
bəˈhæf
Zeer Veelvoorkomend
~ 2200
~ 2200
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
Behalf -
In the interest or for the benefit of someone or something
Voorbeeld: She spoke on behalf of the team at the conference.
Gebruik: formalContext: professional settings, official statements
Opmerking: Commonly used in formal speeches, legal documents, and official communications.
As a representative of someone or a group
Voorbeeld: I am here on behalf of the company to discuss the new project.
Gebruik: formalContext: business meetings, negotiations
Opmerking: Often used in formal contexts to indicate speaking or acting for someone else.
In place of someone or something
Voorbeeld: He signed the contract on behalf of his sick colleague.
Gebruik: formalContext: legal matters, official documents
Opmerking: Commonly used in legal contexts to indicate acting in someone's stead.
Synoniemen van Behalf
part
Part refers to a share or role in a particular action or situation.
Voorbeeld: He spoke on her part during the meeting.
Opmerking: Part emphasizes a division or portion of something, whereas 'behalf' focuses on representing or acting for someone else.
interest
Interest signifies a concern, benefit, or advantage in a particular matter.
Voorbeeld: I am writing to you in the interest of our organization.
Opmerking: Interest can imply a personal stake or benefit, while 'behalf' typically involves representing someone else's interests.
name
Name is used to indicate that someone is representing or acting on behalf of another person.
Voorbeeld: I am here to speak in her name.
Opmerking: Name specifically refers to the act of representing someone by invoking their identity, while 'behalf' is a broader term encompassing representation and advocacy.
Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Behalf
On behalf of
This phrase is used when someone is acting or speaking for another person or group.
Voorbeeld: I am writing to you on behalf of our organization to express our gratitude.
Opmerking: It emphasizes representation and speaking or acting in someone else's interest.
In behalf of
Similar to 'on behalf of,' this phrase also denotes representing or acting for someone else.
Voorbeeld: I am speaking in behalf of my fellow colleagues who couldn't be here today.
Opmerking: Though less common today, historically 'in behalf of' and 'on behalf of' were used interchangeably.
On someone's behalf
This phrase indicates that an action is done for the benefit or interest of another person.
Voorbeeld: I attended the meeting on your behalf as you were unable to make it.
Opmerking: It specifies that the action is done in favor of someone else's interests or wishes.
On my behalf
Used to take responsibility or speak for oneself in a situation.
Voorbeeld: I would like to apologize on my behalf for the mistake that was made.
Opmerking: It highlights personal responsibility or representation in a specific context.
Acting on behalf of
To represent or make decisions on someone else's part in a formal or official capacity.
Voorbeeld: She is acting on behalf of her client in negotiating the contract terms.
Opmerking: It emphasizes the official or formal representation of another party's interests.
Delegate on behalf of
To authorize someone to act or make decisions on behalf of a group or organization.
Voorbeeld: I have been delegated on behalf of the team to present our proposal at the conference.
Opmerking: It focuses on the act of authorizing someone to act on behalf of a larger entity.
Speak on behalf of
To express opinions or represent a group or community in a particular matter.
Voorbeeld: I am here to speak on behalf of the community regarding the proposed construction project.
Opmerking: It underscores the act of speaking or advocating for a group or community.
Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Behalf
On someone's half
This slang term is used to mean that something is someone else's responsibility or obligation.
Voorbeeld: Hey, can you cover my shift at work? It's on my someone's half this time.
Opmerking: It shifts the focus from solely 'on behalf of' to specifically mentioning a particular person.
For someone's sake
Indicates doing something for the benefit or to avoid harm to a particular individual.
Voorbeeld: For your sake, please don't forget to bring your umbrella. It's going to rain heavily today.
Opmerking: While 'behalf' often implies official representation, 'for someone's sake' is more about well-being or benefit.
For the good of
Refers to doing something in the interest of a group's overall benefit or well-being.
Voorbeeld: I know the decision may upset some people, but it's for the good of the company in the long run.
Opmerking: It broadens the scope from individual representation to considering the greater good.
As someone's proxy
Describes a person authorized to act on another's behalf, usually in a formal or official setting.
Voorbeeld: I can't make it to the meeting, but you can go as my proxy and vote on my behalf.
Opmerking: Unlike 'on behalf of', 'as someone's proxy' specifies a formal delegation of authority.
Pretending for
Means acting in a false or insincere manner in order to maintain appearances or deceive others.
Voorbeeld: Stop pretending for others and be true to yourself for once.
Opmerking: It focuses more on the outward appearance and behavior rather than official representation or decision-making.
Behalf - Voorbeelden
On behalf of the company, I would like to thank you for your hard work.
She spoke on behalf of the charity organization.
He signed the contract on my behalf.
Grammatica van Behalf
Behalf - Zelfstandig naamwoord (Noun) / Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: behalf
Vervoegingen
Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass): behalf
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
behalf bevat 2 lettergrepen: be • half
Fonetische transcriptie: bi-ˈhaf
be half , bi ˈhaf (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)
Behalf - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
behalf: ~ 2200 (Zeer Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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