Use 'redound to' when discussing benefits stemming from actions or qualities.

Positive Outcomes

'Redound to' is often used with impersonal subjects such as 'it' to discuss outcomes.

Impersonal Subjects

The phrase can refer to abstract results, not just concrete achievements.

'Redound to' can be used for positive or negative reflections on someone.

Think of 'redound to' as a mirror reflecting good or bad back to the source.

It often involves intangible qualities such as honor, reputation, or glory.