bakshish
Definition
Noun: A bakshish is a sum of money, typically a relatively small amount, given voluntarily to someone for a service they have provided. It is synonymous with a tip or gratuity, often used in specific cultural contexts.
Usage
The word "bakshish" is used to refer to a monetary gift given to express gratitude for a service, commonly in regions like South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. It is often given to service workers such as waiters, porters, or guides. - It functions as a countable noun (e.g., a bakshish, some bakshish).
Examples
- The traveler gave the hotel porter a generous bakshish for carrying the heavy luggage.
- In many local markets, a small bakshish is expected for extra assistance from a shopkeeper.
- He left some bakshish on the table after the excellent meal and service.
Advanced Usage
- Cultural Connotation: "Bakshish" often carries a cultural nuance beyond a standard tip. In some contexts, it can imply a small bribe or a payment to expedite a service or gain a favor, though its primary meaning remains a gratuity.
- To get through the bureaucracy quickly, a bit of bakshish was sometimes necessary.
Variants and Related Words
- Baksheesh: An alternative spelling of "bakshish."
- Backsheesh: Another less common variant spelling.
Synonyms
- Tip: A small extra payment for service.
- Gratuity: A sum of money given for good service.
- Perquisite (often shortened to "perk"): A benefit, which can include a monetary tip.
Idioms and Fixed Phrases
- To give bakshish: The standard phrase for offering this type of payment.
- It is customary to give bakshish to the tour guide at the end of the day.
Noun
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a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter)
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