Gratuity

usgb/ɡrəˈtuːəti/
noun

Money given to someone (like a waiter) as a thank you for good service.

After dinner, he gave the waiter a 20% gratuity.
Visual representation of "gratuity" - Money given to someone (like a waiter) as a thank you for good service.

Often appears as...

  • leave a gratuity
  • generous gratuity
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Tipping Culture

Understanding varies by country; some places expect gratuities, others include it in the bill already.

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When dining in Japan, offering a gratuity is often seen as rude.
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Service Appreciation

Gratuity is given directly to service staff to show satisfaction beyond the payment for the service.

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The concierge was so helpful, I left a gratuity in thanks.
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Customary Amounts

The usual amount ranges from 15% to 20% of the bill, but this can depend on service quality.

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Our bill was $100, so we added a $20 gratuity.
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