belohnen
Translation
to reward, to recompense
Examples
Er belohnte den Hund mit einem Leckerli.
He rewarded the dog with a treat.
Sie belohnte ihn für seine Hilfe.
She rewarded him for his help.
Harte Arbeit wird sich am Ende belohnen.
Hard work will be rewarded in the end.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((for sth.)) to reward sb. for sth. The parents reward the child for the good grade.
((sb.)) ((with sth.)) to reward sb. with sth. She rewarded him with a smile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: honorieren, entlohnen; Antonyms: bestrafen
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' and 'Lohn' (wage, reward). It means to give a reward.
Memory Tips
Think 'be-' + 'Lohn' (loan/wage). Imagine giving someone their 'Lohn' (wage) as a reward.