rebate — a partial refund to someone who has paid too much for tax, rent, or a utility
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a partial refund to someone who has paid too much for tax, rent, or a utility
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈriːbeɪt/
Korean meaning: 환급금, 리베이트, 할인액
Korean pronunciation: **리**베이트
Example Sentences
- The smartphone came with a $50 mail-in rebate, but filling out the paperwork was more exhausting than my workout routine.
- Energy-efficient appliances often qualify for utility rebates.
- My friend gets so excited about rebates, she once drove 30 miles to save $2 on toothpaste.
rebate
NOUN//ˈriːbeɪt//
a partial refund to someone who has paid too much for tax, rent, or a utility
Customer receives a rebate for overpaying their utility bill
We debate rebates and create solutions!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
중세 프랑스어 'rabattre'에서 유래했습니다. 이는 '다시 내려치다, 줄이다'는 의미로, 가격을 '내려치는' 개념에서 할인의 뜻이 나왔습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The smartphone came with a $50 mail-in rebate, but filling out the paperwork was more exhausting than my workout routine.”
“Energy-efficient appliances often qualify for utility rebates.”
“My friend gets so excited about rebates, she once drove 30 miles to save $2 on toothpaste.”
“The manufacturer will rebate the difference if you find a lower price.”
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