sake
Translation
sake, purpose, benefit, interest
Examples
He did it for the sake of his family.
He did it for the sake of his family.
Let's not argue for argument's sake.
Let's not argue for argument's sake.
Grammar Patterns
for the sake of ((sb./sth.)) for the benefit or purpose of (sb./sth.) I moved to this city for the sake of my children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: purpose, reason, cause, benefit
Etymology
From Old English 'sacu' meaning 'a cause, a lawsuit'. The sense is 'in the interest or cause of'.
Memory Tips
Almost always used in the phrase 'for the sake of...'. Don't confuse it with the Japanese rice wine, also spelled 'sake'.