underpaid — receiving less money for work than is considered fair or adequate
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: receiving less money for work than is considered fair or adequate
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌndərˈpeɪd/
Korean meaning: 적정 수준보다 적은 급여를 받는
Korean pronunciation: 언더**페이**드
Example Sentences
- The superhero complained that saving the world was an underpaid job with terrible working hours.
- Nurses are often underpaid despite their crucial role in healthcare.
- He realized he was underpaid when his pet goldfish got a better allowance than his salary.
underpaid
ADJECTIVE//ˌʌndərˈpeɪd//
receiving less money for work than is considered fair or adequate
receiving less money for work than is considered fair or adequate
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Origin
under(아래에) + paid(지불된)의 합성어로, 적정 수준 '아래로' 급여가 '지불된' 상태를 의미합니다. 산업혁명 시기 노동자들의 처우 개선 요구와 함께 널리 사용되기 시작했습니다.
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“The superhero complained that saving the world was an underpaid job with terrible working hours.”
“Nurses are often underpaid despite their crucial role in healthcare.”
“He realized he was underpaid when his pet goldfish got a better allowance than his salary.”
“Many social workers feel underpaid for the demanding nature of their work.”
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