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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
奖赏jiǎngshǎngrewardHSK 7, v, 21 strokes, rank #7351, Very Hard
奖赏jiǎngshǎngprizeHSK 7, v, 21 strokes, rank #7351, Very Hard
奖赏jiǎngshǎngawardHSK 7, v, 21 strokes, rank #7351, Very Hard
jiǎngshǎng(jiang3shang3)jiang shang T3
  1. 1reward
  2. 2prize
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March 24, 2026

奖赏(獎賞)jiǎngshǎng(jiang3shang3)

奖赏 (jiǎngshǎng) refers to a reward or prize given for a specific achievement or good behavior. It is commonly used in contexts such as academic achievements, workplace recognition, or competitions, highlighting the positive reinforcement of desired actions.

Strokes21Frequency#7351DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 奖赏 is often associated with the education system, where students receive awards for academic excellence. This reflects the deep value placed on education and merit in Chinese society.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 奖 (jiǎng) as a 'jumping prize' that celebrates success, with the top part resembling a trophy and the bottom part suggesting action. The character 赏 (shǎng) can be visualized as a 'shining gift' being handed out, making it easier to remember that both components relate to rewarding someone.

Meanings of 奖赏

jiǎngshǎng(jiang3shang3)
1reward
2prize
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About 奖赏

奖赏Simplified
獎賞Traditional
21Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#7351Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 奖赏

Quick Contrast

奖励 (jiǎnglì) vs 奖赏 (jiǎngshǎng): use 奖赏 for emphasizing the act of rewarding, while 奖励 is more about the recognition or incentive aspect.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 奖赏, as both syllables use the third tone. It's often used in formal contexts, such as awards ceremonies, but can also appear in everyday conversation when discussing incentives. Common collocations include '奖金' (bonus) and '奖励措施' (reward measures).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 奖赏 connects to other terms related to achievement and recognition, such as 奖金 (prize money) and 表彰 (commendation). Students should focus on understanding its usage in various contexts, especially in formal situations.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 奖赏 with 奖金 (prize money), using them interchangeably. However, 奖赏 is broader and can refer to various forms of rewards beyond just monetary ones. For example, saying '我给他一个奖金' (I give him a prize money) should be corrected to '我给他一个奖赏' (I give him a reward).

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Component Characters

奖jiǎngprize
HSK 49 strokes大
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赏shǎngto bestow (a reward)
HSK 512 strokes贝
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How to say reward in Chinese

“reward” in Chinese is奖赏jiǎngshǎng

奖赏 (jiǎngshǎng) refers to a reward or prize given for a specific achievement or good behavior. It is commonly used in contexts such as academic achievements, workplace recognition, or competitions, highlighting the positive reinforcement of desired actions.

When to use 奖赏

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 奖赏, as both syllables use the third tone. It's often used in formal contexts, such as awards ceremonies, but can also appear in everyday conversation when discussing incentives. Common collocations include '奖金' (bonus) and '奖励措施' (reward measures).

奖赏 or something close to it

奖励 (jiǎnglì) vs 奖赏 (jiǎngshǎng): use 奖赏 for emphasizing the act of rewarding, while 奖励 is more about the recognition or incentive aspect.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 奖赏 with 奖金 (prize money), using them interchangeably. However, 奖赏 is broader and can refer to various forms of rewards beyond just monetary ones. For example, saying '我给他一个奖金' (I give him a prize money) should be corrected to '我给他一个奖赏' (I give him a reward).

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Grammar Patterns of 奖赏

奖赏 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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他找回我们丢失的猫,我们因此____了他.

We rewarded him for finding our lost cat.

Example Sentences for 奖赏 (1)

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他找回我们丢失的猫,我们因此奖赏了他.

tā zhǎo huí wǒ mén diū shī de māo, , wǒ mén yīn cǐ jiǎng shǎng le.

We rewarded him for finding our lost cat.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 奖赏

You can say, '他得到了公司的奖赏' (He received a reward from the company) or '她的努力得到了很好的奖赏' (Her efforts were well rewarded).

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