Get a raise meaning in English
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Definition
to get a raise: to be given a pay rise, a salary increase
I haven't gotten a raise in two years of working here. If they don't start paying me more I'm going to leave.
Examples
- "Shorty: Well, sure, for a raise I can make a special effort."
- "We just might end up getting raises for pulling off this stunt!"
- "You'll be getting a raise, and find a new, younger wife too."
Exercise 1
In the beginning of the dialogue, Kevin tells Bruno that Susie and Philip deserve .
In the beginning of the dialogue, Kevin tells Bruno that Susie and Philip deserve some recognition.
some recognition: Kevin says that Susie and Philip "deserve a little credit". In this context, "credit" is synonymous with "recognition" or "thanks". The verb "to deserve" means "to merit". If someone "deserves credit" they are worthy of recognition or thanks.
bank accounts: "Credit" does not have any financial connotations in this context. Kevin is referring to "recognition" or "due".
a little raise: "Credit" does not have any financial connotations in this context. Kevin is referring to "recognition" or "due".
a small bonus: "Credit" does not have any financial connotations in this context. Kevin is referring to "recognition" or "due".
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