Pronunciation

/bɪˈθelf/

Definitions

Noun

1. On one’s behalf: The act of representing or doing something for someone else. “She accepted the award on behalf of her team.”
2. In someone’s stead: In place of another person. “He attended the meeting on his friend’s behalf.”

Verb

1. To represent or act for: “She will speak on behalf of the employees at the conference.”
2. To do something in someone’s place: “Please ask her to contact me if needed; I’ll handle it on her behalf.”

Phrases

• “Acting on someone’s behalf”
• “Speak in someone’s stead”
• “Represent someone”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I’ll send you an email on his behalf, as he’s unavailable today.”
• Verb: “He will defend his client’s rights on their behalf.”
• In Action: “She often speaks up for her children’s interests on their behalf.”

Synonyms

• In place of
• In proxy
• On someone’s account
• As a representative
• For someone’s sake

Note: “Behalf” is primarily used as a noun, but it can also function as a preposition when referring to acting or speaking for someone. The verb form, while not common, is understood in certain contexts. Synonyms provided are mostly related to representation or action in someone else’s interest.