gaam2 san1減薪减薪
Jyutpinggaam2 san1
Yalegáam sān
Definition
To reduce salary; to get a pay cut.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a reduction in base pay rather than a loss of bonuses or benefits. It is often used in the context of company-wide austerity measures or during economic downturns. While formal in tone, it is frequently used in casual workplace gossip.
Examples
The company said they have to cut salaries next month.
Can you accept a pay cut?
Related words
Common phrases
forced to take a pay cut
announce a salary reduction
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 減人工, which is a more colloquial way to express the same concept. Using 減薪 in a very casual chat with friends might sound slightly more serious or news-like than simply saying 減人工.
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