Used to introduce a positive result or advantage of a plan, choice, or action.
“The benefit is we won't have to pay for parking downtown.”
“The benefit is the new schedule gives us more time in the morning.”
Listen for this phrase when speakers list the advantages of a proposed solution in Listening Part 1 - it often appears opposite 'the drawback is' in the same conversation. Since these conversations frequently compare pros and cons, correctly matching benefits to the right option is key for detail questions. Note who says it, since each speaker may favor a different option.
Synonyms: the advantage is, the upside is, what's good about it is