Gratuity: meaning, definitions and examples
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gratuity
[ ɡrəˈtjuːɪti ]
in a restaurant
A gratuity is a tip that is given to a waiter or waitress in addition to the bill for the meal. It is usually a percentage of the total bill and is a way to show appreciation for good service.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The gratuity is not included in the bill, so you can decide how much to tip the server.
- It is customary to leave a 15-20% gratuity for good service at a restaurant.
general usage
A gratuity is a small sum of money given in return for a service rendered, especially when it is not obligatory.
Synonyms
bribe, tip, token of appreciation
Examples of usage
- I always leave a gratuity for the housekeeping staff when staying at a hotel.
- The tour guide was so informative that we decided to give him a gratuity at the end of the tour.
Translations
Translations of the word "gratuity" in other languages:
🇵🇹 gratificação
🇮🇳 पुरस्कार
🇩🇪 Trinkgeld
🇮🇩 uang tip
🇺🇦 чайові
🇵🇱 napiwek
🇯🇵 チップ
🇫🇷 pourboire
🇪🇸 propina
🇹🇷 bahşiş
🇰🇷 팁
🇸🇦 بقشيش
🇨🇿 spropitné
🇸🇰 sprepitné
🇨🇳 小费
🇸🇮 napitnina
🇮🇸 þjórfé
🇰🇿 шайлық
🇬🇪 ჩაის ფული
🇦🇿 çaypulu
🇲🇽 propina
Word origin
The word 'gratuity' originated from the Latin word 'gratuitas', which means 'thankfulness' or 'grace'. In the 1540s, 'gratuity' started to be used in English to refer to a gift of money given to someone for their service. Over time, the meaning evolved to specifically denote tips or additional payments given as a gesture of gratitude. The practice of giving gratuities, especially in the service industry, has become a common way to show appreciation for good service.
See also: gratitude.