Meaning
compensation, fee, pay
- remuneration
- fee
- reward
In a sentence
Il compenso per il lavoro arriva domani.
The pay for the job arrives tomorrow.
Hai già ricevuto il compenso per la foto?
Have you already received the fee for the photo?
Non voglio un compenso, ti aiuto volentieri.
I don't want any reward, I'm happy to help you.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| compenso | masculine · singular |
| compensi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Common in formal or professional contexts. In everyday speech, people often say paga, stipendio, or parcella depending on the situation.
- For salaried employees, stipendio is usually more specific; compenso fits freelancers, consultants, artists, or one-off professional work.
- Often used with per: un compenso per il lavoro svolto. Also common in fixed phrases like a titolo di compenso.