一時金
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Meanings
1
lump sum; one-off payment
A single payment made at one time, as opposed to installments or recurring payments. Common in contexts like retirement allowances, settlements, or special grants.
I received a lump sum payment upon retirement.
I covered the medical expenses with a one-off insurance payment.
2
Specifically a bonus payment, often used in corporate settings for one-time special bonuses distinct from regular salary or seasonal bonuses.
The company paid a bonus based on performance.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉を一時金として受け取るto receive something as a lump-sum payment
I received three million yen as a lump-sum payment upon retirement.
- 一時金が支給されるfor a lump-sum payment to be paid out
Because the company performed well, a special bonus was paid out to the employees.
- 〈事〉に対して一時金を支払うto pay a lump sum for something (e.g. a settlement)
The company paid a lump-sum settlement to the accident victim.