noun / verb HSK 5
Traditional 獎賞
reward · prize · to reward · to award
Meaning
奖赏 refers to something given as recognition for achievement, good behavior, or success. It can be a tangible prize, monetary compensation, or honor. As a verb, it means to give such a reward to someone.
Usage
奖赏 is used in both formal and informal contexts. It commonly appears in educational, workplace, and parenting situations when discussing incentives or recognition. The verb form typically takes the pattern 奖赏 + person/group for their accomplishments.
Examples
- 01老师给表现好的学生发了奖赏。.The teacher gave rewards to the students who performed well.
- 02他的辛勤工作得到了应有的奖赏。.His hard work received the reward it deserved.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个奖赏
- 份一份奖赏
Common collocations
- 给予奖赏to give a reward
- 得到奖赏to receive a reward
- 物质奖赏material reward
- 精神奖赏spiritual/moral reward
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to giving recognition. 奖 originally depicted presenting something of value, while 赏 combines elements suggesting giving from above, reflecting the hierarchical nature of traditional reward-giving.