No. 3,128 in Japanese
公益
"Public benefit" or "public interest."
In a sentence
公益事業に参加することで地域社会の発展に貢献できます。
By participating in public welfare projects, one can contribute to the development of the community.
Here, '公益' (koueki) refers to activities or projects that serve the public welfare, illustrating its application in organized efforts for communal benefit.
公益を重視した政策が政府から提案されました。
Policies emphasizing public interest were proposed by the government.
In this sentence, '公益' (koueki) represents the concept of public interest, showing its usage in reference to governmental objectives prioritizing communal good.
私たちは公益とは何かについて討論した。
We debated what constitutes the public good.
Here, '公益' (koueki) is used as an abstract concept referring to public good, showcasing its discussion in theoretical or ethical contexts.
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