Tip: meaning, definitions and examples

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tip

[ tɪp ]

^{Context #1}

money

A small sum of money given to someone for performing a service; a gratuity.

Synonyms

bonus, gratuity, reward

Examples of usage

He left a generous tip for the waiter.
Don't forget to give a tip to the bellboy.
She received a big tip for her excellent service.

^{Context #2}

advice

A piece of advice or useful piece of information.

Synonyms

advice, hint, suggestion

Examples of usage

Here's a useful tip for cooking pasta al dente.
My grandmother always gives me great tips on gardening.

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give advice

To give advice or suggest something.

Synonyms

advise, recommend, suggest

Examples of usage

She's always quick to tip me on the latest fashion trends.
He tipped me on the best way to invest my money.

Translations

Translations of the word "tip" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dica

🇮🇳 सुझाव

🇩🇪 Tipp

🇮🇩 tip

🇺🇦 порада

🇵🇱 wskazówka

🇯🇵 ヒント

🇫🇷 conseil

🇪🇸 consejo

🇹🇷 ipuç

🇰🇷 팁

🇸🇦 نصيحة

🇨🇿 tip

🇸🇰 tip

🇨🇳 提示

🇸🇮 nasvet

🇮🇸 ráð

🇰🇿 кеңес

🇬🇪 რჩევა

🇦🇿 məsləhət

🇲🇽 consejo

Word origin

The word 'tip' originated in the early 18th century, from the sense 'to give a gratuity' and is believed to be a shortening of the word 'tipple,' meaning to give a drink or a gratuity. Over time, its meaning expanded to include a piece of advice or useful information. The usage of 'tip' in the context of advice became popular in the mid-19th century.