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JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate

ご褒美

A reward or prize for hard work or good behavior, or a personal treat given to oneself.

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褒美 the base word, less polite
自分へのご褒美 a common set phrase
1 Noun

Reward" / "Prize

A tangible gift or acknowledgement given to praise commendable behavior or achievements.

Example

テスト で 100点 を 取ったら 、 ご褒美 に おもちゃ を 買って あげる よ 。

If you get 100% on the test, I'll buy you a toy as a reward.

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2 Noun

A Treat for Myself

An item or experience purchased for oneself to maintain motivation or celebrate personal effort.

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ご褒美
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A reward or prize for hard work or good behavior, or a personal treat given to oneself.
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