ân thưởng

Nhà vua ân thưởng cho vị tướng một thanh kiếm vàng.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A special favor or reward granted by a superior: This refers to a specific, often gracious, reward or gift bestowed by someone in a position of authority (like a king, leader, or superior) as a sign of gratitude, recognition, or special grace. It implies an act of benevolence from above.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Nhà vua ban ân thưởng cho các vị tướng. (The king granted a special reward to the generals.)
  • Ân thưởng của công ty là một chuyến du lịch nước ngoài. (The company's special reward was an overseas trip.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "ân thưởng" is formal and carries a classical or hierarchical nuance. It is often used in historical contexts or in formal ceremonies to denote a reward that is considered a gracious gift, not merely a standard payment or prize.

Variants and Related Words

• Ban thưởng (v): to bestow a reward.
  • Giám đốc ban thưởng cho nhân viên xuất sắc. (The director bestowed a reward upon the outstanding employee.)
• Ân huệ (n): favor, grace, benevolence.
  • Ông ấy luôn nhớ ơn huệ của thầy. (He always remembers his teacher's favor.)

Synonyms

• Reward: Something given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement.
• Favor: A kind or helpful act that is generously granted.
• Bounty: A generous gift or reward.

Related Idioms

• Hưởng ân thưởng: to receive a special reward or favor.
  • Những người có công được hưởng ân thưởng. (Those with merit received a special reward.)