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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.
reward
A sum of money publicly offered for the capture of a criminal or for the return of lost property.
Für die Wiederbeschaffung des gestohlenen Gemäldes wurde eine Belohnung von 10.000 Euro ausgesetzt.
A reward of 10,000 euros was offered for the recovery of the stolen painting.
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
Both Dank and Belohnung can refer to what someone receives for an action. Belohnung refers to something positive given for an achievement or behavior. In this use, Dank can also refer negatively or ironically to the “reward” for an action.
Für seinen großen Einsatz bekam Paul als Belohnung einen freien Tag.
For his great effort, Paul received a day off as a reward.
Für seinen großen Einsatz bekam Paul als Dank nur zusätzliche Arbeit.
For his great effort, Paul received only extra work as thanks.
