bakshish
- noun
- /bæˈkʃɪʃ/
- UK
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propina
- That is why we saw the MSZP-SZDSZ government hold on to power for so long, despite their extensive thefts, bare-faced graft, and reckless sale to foreigners (in return for sizeable bakshish) of national assets by those in and close to that government.
Examples
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Badri and his son would warm up anyone coming into the building with an "Ahlan, Ya Sidi," vigilant and filled with expectation: will they give bakshish or not?
Fiction book (1994) -
In desperation he offered "bakshish", a bribe for the truth.
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Nothing more was said until he grumbled, "achaa, achaa, you give me little bakshish."
Fiction book (1996) -
But I wish there were some law that sheds light on stupidity deployed as an earner of bakshish.
Blog text (22) -
As she finished the tour, the guide smiled and extended her hand, hoping for some bakshish from the satisfied tourists.
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The waiter accepted a small bakshish from the customer with a grateful nod for the excellent service.
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In many markets, vendors count on receiving bakshish from their customers as a sign of appreciation.
Synonyms
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1.0
A small amount of money given for a service
16
6.3
Extra money you give to someone for good service
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9.9
A small amount of money given to someone for help or to get faster service
A small amount of money given as a tip for service, often in Middle Eastern or South Asian countries
A small tip given to someone for good service
A small amount of money you leave to thank someone for a service, like a waiter
How Big
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1.3
- UK
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word bakshish comes from Persian and Urdu bakhshish, meaning 'gift', and from bakhshidan 'to give'. It began as a small 'gift' and became the common word for a tip, so thinking of it as a little 'gift' helps you remember its meaning.