Chinese · Work & Business
工资
gōngzī
Salary
Beginnernoun
Definition
The money you earn from your job.
Example
这家公司的工资很高。
The salary at this company is high.
Etymology
'工资' (gōngzī) combines '工' (gōng), meaning 'work', and '资' (zī), meaning 'resources' or 'funds'. This term evolved with modern labor practices to denote compensation paid for work performed.
How & Where It’s Used
'工资' is predominantly used in formal settings, especially in discussions about employment and contracts. It is a widely recognized term in all Mandarin-speaking regions.