O bônus
Example: O bônus no salário chegou no final do mês.
Definition
"O bônus" refers to an extra payment or reward given in addition to the regular salary, usually as a form of incentive or recognition for good performance. For example, "O bônus no salário chegou no final do mês" means the bonus was added to the salary at the end of the month.
Etymology
The word "o bônus" comes from the Latin word 'bonus,' meaning 'good.' It entered Portuguese through the influence of Latin-based languages, carrying the meaning of something extra or beneficial given beyond the normal amount. Did you know? The concept of bonuses has been used since ancient times as a way to motivate and reward effort.
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