French word

bonus

Pronunciation

IPA/bonys/

Meaning

  • masculine nounbonus

Example

J'ai reçu un bonus ce mois-ci.

I received a bonus this month.

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More examples

Le chef a décidé de donner un bonus exceptionnel au personnel.

The boss decided to give the staff an exceptional bonus.

Core concept

An extra benefit riding alongside the main service, deal, or offer.

Common phrases

  • donner un bonus

    give a bonus

  • un bonus exceptionnel

    an exceptional bonus

Similar words

prime: Additional money paid for work based on conditions or performance.
cadeau: A small gift given free with a purchase or at an event.
point: Points earned through purchases or use and exchanged for goods or services.
récompense: Something given in recognition of effort or achievement.

Definition in French

Avantage ou somme supplémentaire offerte en complément d'un service, d'un contrat ou d'une promotion.

Word origin

English passed bonus into French, while the Latin adjective bonus, 'good', lies behind the word's older history and its positive-value sense.

Usage tips

  • In French, bonus readily covers non-monetary extras such as points, discounts, or gifts, not only extra pay.

Other meanings

  • perknoun

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