Japanese word

特典

Pronunciation

Romajitokuten

Meaning

  • nounperk

Example

この店の会員には特典があります。ko no mise no kai in ni wa toku ten ga a ri ma su

Members get a perk at this store.

Illustration for 特典 (perk)

More examples

このカードには特典が付いています。ko no kā do ni wa toku ten ga tsu i te i ma su

This card comes with a perk.

Core concept

Refers to an extra benefit attached to a particular offer, status, activity, or occasion.

Common phrases

  • 会員向けの特典kai in mu ke no toku ten

    a member perk

  • 特典を受けるtoku ten o u ke ru

    receive a perk

  • 特典を使うtoku ten o tsuka u

    use a perk

Similar words

サービスsābisu: An additional benefit or favorable condition provided by a business.
おまけomake: An additional item or small benefit included with a purchase.
優待yūtai: A privilege or discount granted to members or other eligible people.
ボーナスbōnasu: An extra amount or reward given in addition to a regular one.

Definition in Japanese

会員や購入者などに、通常とは別に特別に与えられる利益やサービス。kai in ya kō nyū sha na do ni tsū jō to wa betsu ni toku betsu ni ata e ra re ru ri eki ya sā bi su

Word origin

特 (toku, "special") and 典 (ten, "an established provision") form a Sino-Japanese compound meaning a special provision granted to someone.

Usage tips

  • A membership card or advance purchase in Japan may come with 特典 (tokuten), which can be a bonus item or an exclusive opportunity.

Other meanings

  • benefitnoun

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