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俸禄
fènglù
Description
俸禄是古代官员每年从国家得到的钱和粮食。
俸禄 is the money and grain that ancient officials received annually from the state.
这个词现在很少用，多出现在历史书或古装电视剧里。
This word is rarely used now and mostly appears in history books or period dramas.
Meanings
俸禄fènglù
official's salary or stipend in ancient times
古代官员靠俸禄养活一家人。
Ancient officials supported their families with their salaries.
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Notes
- Etymology
俸 (official pay) + 禄 (emolument), a compound of two near-synonyms.
- Nuance
historical/literary; modern salary is 工资 or 薪水.
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