Meaning 1neutral · 82%
For the advantage or benefit of a person, group, or cause.
Natural examples
Der Verein veranstaltet ein Konzert zugunsten der Kinderklinik.
The club is holding a benefit concert for the children’s hospital.
Sie verzichtete zugunsten ihrer Kollegin auf den Platz am Fenster.
She gave up the window seat in favor of her colleague.
Die Spendenaktion läuft zugunsten bedürftiger Familien.
The fundraiser supports families in need.
Usage note
zugunsten is the recommended spelling; zu Gunsten is also possible. It usually precedes a genitive phrase; postposed dative use is less common.
Mini-lesson: zugunsten
For the advantage or benefit of a person, group, or cause. zugunsten is the recommended spelling; zu Gunsten is also possible. It usually precedes a genitive phrase; postposed dative use is less common.
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