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补偿
bǔcháng
Description
补偿的意思是给别人东西或者钱，来弥补他受到的损失。
The meaning of 补偿 is to give someone things or money to make up for the loss they suffered.
公司做错了事，就应该补偿客户。
If a company makes a mistake, it should 补偿 the customer.
Meanings
补偿bǔcháng
to compensate; to make up for a loss
公司补偿了我们的损失。
The company compensated us for our losses.
补偿bǔcháng
compensation; recompense
他得到了一笔补偿。
He received compensation.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
补 (to mend/supplement) + 偿 (to repay), literally 'mend and repay'.
- Nuance
赔偿 stresses paying for damage/fault; 补偿 is broader, making up for any loss.
In videos
“一晚出现了病理性的补偿。”
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