Wages can be deposited directly into your bank account.
Wages can be deposited directly into your bank account.
English
wage
weɪdʒ, weɪd͡ʒ
Meaning: money paid for work, typically on an hourly, daily, or weekly basis
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Example sentences
The factory workers are demanding a higher wage.
The factory workers are demanding a higher wage.
The company processed the wage garnishment according to the court order.
The company processed the wage garnishment according to the court order.
Usage Notes
Often used in the plural 'wages'. It typically refers to payment for manual or unskilled labor, whereas 'salary' is used for professional or office work paid monthly.
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