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好处大于坏处
hǎo chù dà yú huài chù
more pros than cons
这个方案的好处大于坏处，所以我们决定采用。
This plan has more pros than cons, so we decided to adopt it.
formal
A situation where the benefits or advantages outweigh the drawbacks or disadvantages.
虽然这项投资有风险，但好处大于坏处，值得考虑。
Although this investment carries risks, the pros outweigh the cons, so it's worth considering.
选择这份工作的好处大于坏处，包括薪资待遇和发展机会。
The pros of choosing this job outweigh the cons, including salary and development opportunities.
Commonly used in decision-making contexts to weigh options.
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Pro Tip
When to use this phrase
Use this phrase when you want to emphasize that the benefits of a decision or situation are greater than its drawbacks. It is particularly useful in persuasive or analytical writing.
Gold Rule
Structure of the phrase
The phrase follows the pattern 'A大于B' (A > B), where A and B are contrasting concepts. In this case, A is '好处' (benefits) and B is '坏处' (drawbacks).
Word Origin
The phrase combines '好处' (hǎo chù, meaning 'benefit' or 'advantage') and '坏处' (huài chù, meaning 'drawback' or 'disadvantage'), with '大于' (dà yú, meaning 'greater than') to form a comparative structure. The idiom has been in use since at least the early 20th century in Chinese discourse.
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in formal or analytical contexts, such as business proposals, investment decisions, or personal choices. It implies a rational evaluation of pros and cons rather than an emotional judgment.
Word Breakdown
好处
benefit or advantage
root大于
greater than
root坏处
drawback or disadvantage
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