der Vorteil
Translation
advantage, benefit, plus, perk
Examples
Das hat viele Vorteile.
This has many advantages.
Er hat einen Vorteil im Spiel.
He has an advantage in the game.
Ein großer Vorteil ist der Preis.
A big advantage is the price.
Grammar Patterns
to have an advantage This has many advantages.
to be at an advantage He is at an advantage over the others.
to see sth. as an advantage I see that as a big advantage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pluspunkt, Nutzen; Antonyms: Nachteil
Etymology
Composed of 'vor-' (before, in front) and 'Teil' (part). It literally means the 'fore-part', implying something you get ahead of others.
Memory Tips
Think of having a 'fore-part' or a head start in a race. That's your 'Vorteil'.