Meaning of the word "stand someone in good stead" in English
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stand someone in good stead
US /stænd ˈsʌm.wʌn ɪn ɡʊd stɛd/
UK /stænd ˈsʌm.wʌn ɪn ɡʊd stɛd/
Idiom
1.
to be useful or helpful to someone in the future
Example:
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Learning a second language will stand you in good stead when you travel.
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His experience in sales will stand him in good stead for his new management role.
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