gaje (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of speech: Noun

Phonetic transcription (IPA): /ˈɡaxe/

Meanings and Usage: - Meanings: In Spanish, "gaje" can refer to a tip, bonus, or gratuity given to someone for a service. It is also used to describe an additional payment provided on top of a regular salary, usually in the context of service-related industries.

• Usage Patterns: The word "gaje" is more commonly used in written contexts, especially in formal or professional settings. It is not as frequently used in everyday spoken Spanish.

Examples: 1. "Le dio un buen gaje al camarero por el excelente servicio."
Translation: "He gave a good tip to the waiter for the excellent service."

1. "El jefe decidió darles un gaje a los empleados para reconocer su arduo trabajo."
   Translation: "The boss decided to give a bonus to the employees to recognize their hard work."

Idiomatic Expressions: - "Aceptar el gaje" - to accept the tip/bonus. - "Dar un gaje" - to give a tip/bonus. - "Valer el gaje" - to be worth the tip/bonus.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Expressions: 1. "A veces es importante aceptar el gaje por un trabajo bien hecho."
Translation: "Sometimes it is important to accept the tip for a job well done."

1. "Mi abuela siempre me decía que era de buena educación dar un gaje en los restaurantes."
   Translation: "My grandmother always told me that it was good manners to leave a tip at restaurants."

2. "El taxista se sorprendió cuando le dije que no tenía suficiente efectivo para darle un gaje."
   Translation: "The taxi driver was surprised when I told him I didn't have enough cash to give him a tip."

Etymology: The word "gaje" comes from the Latin word "gāgium," which also means a payment, bonus, or tip.

Synonyms and Antonyms:

Synonyms: - Propina (tip) - Gratificación (gratuity) - Bono (bonus)

Antonyms: - Descuento (discount) - Pérdida (loss) - Sanción (penalty)