The word 权利 (quánlì, meaning "rights") is formed by conceptually combining two ancient ideas: 权 (quán), which originally meant the weight on a scale and by extension signifies authority, power, or that which is measured as just; and 利 (lì), which means benefit, profit, or advantage. Together, they create the modern concept of "rights" as legitimate powers or authorities that one is entitled to, from which rightful benefits are derived. It is the idea of a justly measured claim to certain advantages or freedoms within a social or legal framework.