Recompensar
Example: O chefe vai recompensar os funcionários pelo bom trabalho.
Definition
"Recompensar" means to give someone something, such as money or praise, in recognition of their good work or effort. It involves rewarding or compensating a person for their actions, often to acknowledge their contribution or achievement.
Etymology
The word "recompensar" comes from the Latin 'compensare', meaning to weigh or balance, with the prefix 're-' indicating repetition or intensification. It evolved in Portuguese to mean compensating or rewarding someone. Did you know? The concept behind "recompensar" is all about restoring balance by giving back what is deserved.
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