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prime

English translation of prime

bonus

The French word 'prime' translates into 'bonus' in English. It is used in French to refer to an extra amount of money given as a reward, just like in English. For example, 'J'ai reçu une prime de fin d'année' means 'I received a year-end bonus.'


Example sentences using: prime

Je dois payer une prime d'assurance ce mois-ci.

English translation of Je dois payer une prime d'assurance ce mois-ci.

I have to pay an insurance premium this month.

The word 'prime' in French can be used to mean 'premium' in English, especially in the context of insurance premiums - the amount you pay for an insurance policy.

Cette année, il y a une prime pour les meilleurs employés.

English translation of Cette année, il y a une prime pour les meilleurs employés.

This year, there is a bonus for the best employees.

In French, 'prime' can also mean 'bonus', usually referring to extra compensation given to employees for good performance. This usage is common in business and professional settings.

Il a reçu une prime pour avoir terminé le projet à temps.

English translation of Il a reçu une prime pour avoir terminé le projet à temps.

He received a bonus for finishing the project on time.

Similar to the previous example, this sentence uses 'prime' in the context of a work setting. Here, the 'prime' is a reward or bonus given to an employee for completing a project by a certain deadline.

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