On your behalf Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /bɪˈhæf

ON-yer-bi-HAF

UK

ˈɒn/ /jˈɔː/ /bɪhˈɑːf

on-YAW-bi-HAHF

Definition

If you do something on your behalf, you do it instead of another person or as their representative.

Usage & Nuances

Common in formal, legal, and business contexts. Used when someone is acting instead of you, often with permission. Do not confuse with 'for your own benefit,' which is different.

• Spanish: en tu nombre - en tu representación
• Portuguese (BR): em seu nome - em sua representação
• Portuguese (PT): em teu nome - em tua representação
• Chinese (Simplified): 代表你
• Chinese (Traditional): 代表你
• Hindi: आपकी ओर से
• Arabic: نيابةً عنك
• Bengali: আপনার পক্ষ থেকে - আপনার প্রতিনিধিত্বে
• Russian: от вашего имени
• Japanese: あなたの代わりに
• Vietnamese: thay mặt bạn
• Korean: 당신을 대신하여
• Turkish: senin adına
• Urdu: آپ کی طرف سے
• Indonesian: atas nama Anda

Example Sentences

I spoke to the manager on your behalf.

basic

She signed the contract on your behalf.

basic

Can I collect your package on your behalf?

basic

Don’t worry, I’ll handle everything on your behalf while you're away.

natural

The lawyer can make decisions on your behalf in court.

natural

If you can't make it, I’ll vote on your behalf at the meeting.

natural