公益
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
public interest; public benefit; public good
Refers to the welfare or well-being of the general public, often contrasted with private or individual interests (私益). Common in legal, policy, and organizational contexts.
See also: 私益
This project serves the public interest.
It was approved as a public interest corporation.
Usage patterns
- 公益に資するto contribute to / serve the public interest
This project serves the public interest.
- 公益を守るto protect the public interest
The government has a responsibility to protect the public interest.
- 公益のためにfor the sake of the public interest
He spent his personal fortune for the sake of the public interest.
Expressions
- 公益を図るwork for the public good; labor for the common good