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reward
Something positive, such as money, a gift, or praise, that you receive for a good performance, an effort, or special behavior.
Nach der harten Arbeit war das kühle Getränk eine willkommene Belohnung.
After the hard work, the cool drink was a welcome reward.
The noun 'Belohnung' (reward) is derived from the verb 'belohnen' (to reward). The word contains the stem 'Lohn' (wage/pay), which refers to payment for work or something given in return.
Gute Arbeit verdient eine gute Belohnung.
Good work deserves a good reward.
To state the reason for the reward, you almost always use the preposition 'für' followed by the accusative.
Als Belohnung für seine Mühe bekam er einen extra freien Tag.
As a reward for his effort, he got an extra day off.
In this meaning, the verb 'aussetzen' is often used. 'Eine Belohnung aussetzen' means to publicly offer money for specific information or for finding something.
Die Polizei hat eine Belohnung für Hinweise ausgesetzt, die zum Täter führen.
The police have offered a reward for information leading to the perpetrator.
thanks
'der Dank' and 'die Belohnung' can both come after a good deed or effort. 'der Dank' is mainly an expression or feeling of gratitude, for example a kind word or a gesture. 'die Belohnung' is usually something concrete that you receive, for example money, a gift, or an advantage. Learners may confuse the words because a reward can also be a sign of thanks. Still, the focus is different: 'Dank' shows that someone is grateful; 'Belohnung' shows that someone receives something for a performance or achievement.
Nach dem langen Lauf gönnt sich Tom eine kleine Belohnung.
After the long run, Tom treats himself to a small reward.
Sie hat nach dem Umzug den Dank ihrer Freunde bekommen.
After the move, she received her friends' thanks.