1. People who receive benefits, advantages, or profits from something
The beneficiaries of the scholarship program were announced today.
Os beneficiários do programa de bolsas foram anunciados hoje.
2. Persons designated to receive insurance proceeds or inheritances
She named her three children as beneficiaries of her life insurance policy.
Ela nomeou seus três filhos como beneficiários de sua apólice de seguro de vida.
3. Those who profit or gain advantage from a particular situation or action
The local businesses were the main beneficiaries of the new highway project.
Os negócios locais foram os principais beneficiários do novo projeto de rodovia.