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有利

yǒulì
adjective HSK 3 #4,446

Meanings

  1. 1 advantageous; favorable; beneficial

Examples

这个条件对我们很有利。
Zhège tiáojiàn duì wǒmen hěn yǒulì.
This condition is very favorable for us.
多读书有利于提高写作水平。
Duō dú shū yǒulì yú tígāo xiězuò shuǐpíng.
Reading more is beneficial for improving writing skills.
时机对我们有利。
Shíjī duì wǒmen yǒulì.
The timing is in our favor.

Tips

grammar
有利 is often used with 于 (yú): 有利于 + noun/verb = beneficial for/to. Also with 对...有利 = favorable for...
usage
有利 vs 有益: Both mean 'beneficial,' but 有利 emphasizes strategic advantage, while 有益 (yǒuyì) emphasizes general benefit to health, well-being, etc.

Stroke Order

有 yǒu
利 lì