How Do You Spell BONUS?

Pronunciation: [bˈə͡ʊnəs] (IPA)

Bonus /ˈboʊ.nəs/ is a loanword from Latin that entered the English language in the late 18th century. The word has been spelled consistently since its introduction, with only minor pronunciation variations due to regional accents. The IPA phonetic transcription of "bonus" is /ˈboʊ.nəs/, where the stressed syllable is "boh" and the unstressed syllable is "nus". The spelling of "bonus" is straightforward, and its pronunciation is easily recognizable in both American and British English.

BONUS Meaning and Definition

  1. A bonus is an additional payment, benefit, or reward that is given to an individual in addition to their regular payment or salary, typically as a means of recognition or appreciation for their performance or contribution to a particular task, project, or job. It is a form of incentive provided by employers to motivate and encourage employees to work harder or achieve certain goals or targets.

    Bonuses can be granted to employees either in the form of cash or non-cash rewards. Cash bonuses are usually paid as a lump sum or in installments and are included in the employee's salary. Non-cash bonuses may include perks like gift cards, vacations, stock options, or other types of incentives that provide value to the employee.

    Bonuses can be discretionary, meaning they are given at the employer's discretion, or they can be part of a predetermined bonus structure. In organizations with a bonus structure, criteria for earning a bonus may be based on individual performance, team performance, or the overall performance and success of the company.

    Bonuses are often seen as an effective way to motivate employees, increase productivity, and boost morale. They serve as a recognition and appreciation of an individual's hard work, dedication, and achievement. However, it is important for employers to have clear and transparent bonus policies to ensure fairness and avoid potential conflicts or disputes.

  2. A premium for a loan; a consideration for some service done; an extra dividend to shareholders; a division of the profits of an assurance office to its policy-holders.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of BONUS

The word "bonus" originated from Latin. It is derived from the Latin word "bonum", which means "good" or "benefit". The term "bonus" was adopted into English in the late 18th century to refer to something given as an extra reward or benefit.

Similar spelling words for BONUS

Plural form of BONUS is BONUSES

Conjugate verb Bonus

CONDITIONAL

I would bonus
you would bonus
he/she/it would bonus
we would bonus
they would bonus

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be bonusing
you would be bonusing
he/she/it would be bonusing
we would be bonusing
they would be bonusing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have bonus
you would have bonus
he/she/it would have bonus
we would have bonus
they would have bonus

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been bonusing
you would have been bonusing
he/she/it would have been bonusing
we would have been bonusing
they would have been bonusing

FUTURE

I will bonus
you will bonus
he/she/it will bonus
we will bonus
they will bonus

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be bonusing
you will be bonusing
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we will be bonusing
they will be bonusing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have bonused
you will have bonused
he/she/it will have bonused
we will have bonused
they will have bonused

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been bonusing
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he/she/it will have been bonusing
we will have been bonusing
they will have been bonusing

IMPERATIVE

you bonus
we let´s bonus

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to bonus

PAST

I bonused
you bonused
he/she/it bonused
we bonused
they bonused

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was bonusing
you were bonusing
he/she/it was bonusing
we were bonusing
they were bonusing

PAST PARTICIPLE

bonused

PAST PERFECT

I had bonused
you had bonused
he/she/it had bonused
we had bonused
they had bonused

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been bonusing
you had been bonusing
he/she/it had been bonusing
we had been bonusing
they had been bonusing

PRESENT

I bonus
you bonus
he/she/it bonuses
we bonus
they bonus

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am bonusing
you are bonusing
he/she/it is bonusing
we are bonusing
they are bonusing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

bonusing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have bonused
you have bonused
he/she/it has bonused
we have bonused
they have bonused

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been bonusing
you have been bonusing
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