also: ちょうしょう
noun
large prize; big purse
Often used in horse racing and other competitive events with substantial prize money. The cross-reference 重賞レース refers to a graded stakes race.
See also: 重賞レース
今年のダービーは重賞レースの中でも特に注目されている。
This year's Derby is attracting particular attention among the graded stakes races.
彼は重賞を獲得するために毎日厳しいトレーニング
noun
generous reward; handsome remuneration
Refers to a substantial reward or compensation, not limited to competitions. Can be used in contexts like bounties, bonuses, or recognition.
情報提供者には重賞が支払われる。
A generous reward will be paid to the informant.
彼の功績に対して会社から重賞が与えられた。
He received a handsome reward from the company for his achievements.
He trains hard every day to win the big prize.
Compound of 重 (heavy, important) and 賞 (prize, reward). The reading じゅうしょう is the standard on'yomi combination; ちょうしょう is a less common variant reading.