der Anreiz
Translation
incentive, stimulus, inducement
Examples
Die Regierung schafft finanzielle Anreize.
The government creates financial incentives.
Es gibt keine Anreize, mehr zu arbeiten.
There are no incentives to work more.
Ein Bonus ist ein Anreiz für gute Arbeit.
A bonus is an incentive for good work.
Grammar Patterns
to create/give ((sth.)) The company creates incentives for its employees.
((for sth.)) There are tax incentives for investments.
Similar Words
Motivation (motivation), Ansporn (spur), Belohnung (reward)
Etymology
From the verb 'anreizen' (to stimulate, entice). Composed of 'an-' (on, towards) + 'reizen' (to stimulate, irritate, charm).
Memory Tips
An 'Anreiz' is something that 'reizt' (stimulates) you 'an' (towards) a certain action.