French word

gratification

Pronunciation

IPA/gʁatifikasjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine nounreward

Example

Il a reçu une gratification pour son travail exceptionnel.

He received a reward for his exceptional work.

Illustration for gratification (reward)

More examples

Sur les réseaux sociaux, on cherche souvent la gratification immédiate.

On social media, people often seek immediate gratification.

Core concept

Something received as recognition that can become an inner sense of satisfaction.

Common phrases

  • gratification immédiate

    immediate gratification

  • gratification financière

    financial reward

  • gratification différée

    deferred gratification

Similar words

prime: A one-time payment added to salary for a specific result or circumstance.
salaire: Regular basic pay for work performed.
allocation: A financial allowance provided for a specific purpose or situation.
pourboire: A small voluntary payment given to service staff by a customer.

Definition in French

Somme ou avantage ponctuel versé en reconnaissance d'un travail ou d'un service, et par extension la satisfaction ressentie par la personne récompensée.

Word origin

The French noun gratification is a learned formation from Latin gratificatio and gratificari, built on gratus, meaning 'pleasing' or 'thankful'.

Usage tips

  • In French, gratification can name a payment or benefit, while satisfaction more directly names a general feeling of contentment.

Other meanings

  • satisfactionnoun
  • pleasurenoun

Opposites

Related words

  • gratifierrewardverb
  • gratifiantrewardingadjective

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