benefit
The Italian word 'beneficio' is used in the same way as the English word 'benefit'. It can refer to something that is advantageous or good, such as a benefit of a new job or a benefit of a certain product. It can also refer to a financial benefit, such as a tax benefit or a benefit from an investment. In a broader sense, it can refer to any advantage or gain, such as the benefits of a healthy lifestyle or the benefits of a good education.
The benefit of doing physical exercise is better health.
In this phrase, 'beneficio' is used to mean an advantage or positive outcome that arises from doing physical exercise, which is better health in this context.
The benefits of energy saving include the reduction of carbon emissions.
This sentence uses 'benefici' which is the plural form of 'beneficio'. It signifies the advantages gained from energy saving, one of those advantages being reduction of carbon emissions.
He donated a large sum to charity, for the benefit of the less fortunate.
In this instance, 'beneficio' highlights the positive impact (benefit) that the less fortunate will experience as a result of the charity donation.