Advance on salary meaning in English

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Definition

an advance on one's salary: a part of one's wage which is paid earlier than usual noun

Examples

  • "So, I'd really like an advance on my salary."
  • "I need an advance on my salary next month."
Exercise 1
Why is Kevin writing to Luna?
Why is Kevin writing to Luna?
This is the best choice here. An "advance" in this context is a portion of one's salary or wages which is received earlier than usual. People who spend their money quickly might need an "advance on their salary" near the end of the month!
To "borrow money from someone" is to get a "loan" from them: money which you will repay in the future. This is not what Kevin is asking Luna for.
This is not the main purpose of Kevin's email. He mentions playing poker, but only as a side note.
This is not the right answer. A "raise" is an increase in one's salary, and this is not what Kevin is asking for.

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