奖励
A thing given in recognition of one's service, effort, or achievement. It can be a physical prize, money, or praise.
Examples
3 of 5如果你考了满分，我就奖励你一个新玩具。
If you get a full score, I will reward you with a new toy.
这种行为应当得到社会的公开奖励。
This behavior should receive public recognition and reward from society.
赢了球，教练请大家吃火锅作为奖励。
After winning the game, the coach treated everyone to hotpot as a reward.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '奖' (prize) and '励' (encourage). Giving a prize to encourage someone.
Quick Quiz
为了提高效率，经理决定给业绩最好的员工发放___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 奖励
Examples
如果你考了满分，我就奖励你一个新玩具。
everydayIf you get a full score, I will reward you with a new toy.
这种行为应当得到社会的公开奖励。
formalThis behavior should receive public recognition and reward from society.
赢了球，教练请大家吃火锅作为奖励。
informalAfter winning the game, the coach treated everyone to hotpot as a reward.
正向奖励被认为是培养良好习惯的有效方法。
academicPositive reinforcement (reward) is considered an effective method for cultivating good habits.
年底公司会根据业绩发放奖金作为奖励。
businessAt the end of the year, the company will issue bonuses as rewards based on performance.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
奖励基金
reward fund
自我奖励
self-reward
丰厚奖励
generous reward
Often Confused With
奖学金 (scholarship) is specifically for education, while 奖励 is a general term for any reward.
Usage Notes
Can be used as a verb (to reward) or a noun (a reward).
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use it only for money, but it can be praise or any positive feedback.
Memory Tip
Think of '奖' (prize) and '励' (encourage). Giving a prize to encourage someone.
Word Origin
From '奖' (prize/award) and '励' (to encourage).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Chinese education, '三好学生' (Triple-A students) receive special 奖励.
Quick Quiz
为了提高效率，经理决定给业绩最好的员工发放___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 奖励
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