behalf

behalf [biˈhɑ:f] n.

1. ■ 利益; 便利; 援助

2. ■ 方面

I thank you for all the trouble you have taken in my behalf. 谢谢你为我费了这么多的心。

He saves in behalf of his son. 他为儿子存钱。

He interceded in my behalf. 他替我说情。

Don't be uneasy on my behalf. 不要因为我而不安。

My husband could not be here tonight, but l want to thank you on his behalf. 我丈夫今晚因故不能前来, 我代表他向你们致谢。

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习惯用语

in behalf of

1. ■ [现罕用][美]为了...的利益

on behalf of

1. ■ 代表, 为了

on sb.'s behalf

1. ■ 以某人的名义; 为了某人; 代表某人