Salary

usgb/ˈsæləri/
noun

The money a person earns from their job, often paid each month.

She gets a good salary working as a nurse.
Visual representation of "salary" - The money a person earns from their job, often paid each month

Often appears as...

  • annual salary
  • base salary
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Regular Payment

Understand that 'salary' implies a set amount received regularly, usually monthly.

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My salary is deposited into my bank account on the last working day each month.
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Annual Calculations

Salaries are often discussed annually to compare jobs or negotiate pay.

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The job offer listed a salary of $50,000 per year.
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Not Hourly Rate

Unlike wages, 'salary' isn't based on the exact number of hours worked.

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Even if I work overtime, my salary remains the same.
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