sake
Translation
purpose, benefit, reason
Examples
I did it for your sake.
I did it for your sake.
For goodness' sake, be quiet!
For goodness' sake, be quiet!
He argued for the sake of argument.
He argued for the sake of argument.
Grammar Patterns
((for the sake of sb./sth.)) for the benefit or purpose of (sb./sth.) He moved to a new city for the sake of his career.
Similar Words
Synonyms: benefit, purpose, interest, cause
Etymology
From Old English 'sacu', meaning 'a dispute, a legal case'. This evolved to mean 'on behalf of' or 'for the purpose of' something.
Memory Tips
Commonly used in the fixed phrase 'for the sake of...'. It sounds like the Japanese alcoholic beverage.