commission
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A sum of money paid to someone based on the value of sales they make, or an official group given a specific task.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The salesperson earns a small _____ on every car she sells."
Answer: commission
In your own words, what does "commission" mean?
A sum of money paid to someone based on the value of sales they make, or an official group given a specific task.
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