cau4 gam1酬金
Jyutpingcau4 gam1
Yalechàuh gām
Definition
Remuneration, payment, or commission for completing a specific, usually short-term, piece of work.
neutralworkmoney
How it's used
This term carries a slightly formal or professional tone compared to everyday words like 錢 or 人工. It is typically reserved for specific tasks, freelance projects, or professional services rather than a regular monthly salary. Using it implies a clear transaction for a completed service.
Measure word
bat1筆bātExamples
If you handle this matter for me, your commission definitely won't be short.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 人工, which refers to a regular salary or wage. Using 酬金 for a standard office job sounds unnatural and overly transactional.
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