B2nounformalworksociety
US/bɪˈhæf/
UK/bɪˈhɑːf/
used in phrases meaning for someone, or as their representative instead of them
In context
On behalf of the whole class, I'd like to thank our teacher.
My lawyer will sign the papers on my behalf while I'm abroad.
She spoke on behalf of the workers at the meeting with the managers.
Words that go with behalf
noun + preposition
- on behalf ofI'm writing on behalf of my company to ask about your prices.
verb + preposition
- act on behalf ofThe agent will act on behalf of the buyer during the sale.
- speak on behalf ofWho will speak on behalf of the students at the graduation ceremony?
- accept on behalf ofHer brother accepted the award on behalf of the whole family.
- work on behalf ofThe charity works on behalf of children who live on the streets.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I represent on behalf of the class.Correct: I'm speaking on behalf of the class. / I represent the class.
Incorrect:
Behalf of the team, I thank you.Correct: On behalf of the team, I thank you.