zugute
Translation
to the benefit of
Examples
Die Erfahrung kommt ihm zugute.
The experience benefits him.
Das Geld kommt den Kindern zugute.
The money benefits the children.
Grammar Patterns
((j-m)) zugutekommen to benefit sb., to be of advantage to sb. The experience benefits him.
Similar Words
nützen (to be of use), helfen (to help), profitieren (to profit)
Etymology
From 'zu' (to) and 'Gute' (dative of 'das Gute', the good). Literally 'to the good'.
Memory Tips
Imagine something coming 'to the good' ('zu Gute') of a person, meaning it benefits them. It's always a positive outcome.