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C1 noun #1,500 가장 일반적인 8분 분량

award

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설명 award in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'award' is a simple word for a prize. It is something you get when you win a game or do a very good job. For example, 'I got an award at school.' It is like a 'gold star' or a 'trophy'. You usually 'get' or 'win' an award. It is a happy thing. Children often get awards for being good or for sports. You can think of it as a special gift for being the best. It is a noun, so we say 'an award' or 'the award'.

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At the A2 level, 'award' means a formal prize. It is more official than a simple gift. You might see awards on TV, like for singers or actors. You can say 'She won an award for her song.' It is often given at a ceremony, which is a big party for winners. People work hard to get an award. You can also use it with verbs like 'receive'. For example, 'He received an award for his hard work.' It is a countable noun, so you can have two or three awards.

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At the B1 level, 'award' is used to describe recognition for specific achievements. It is common in school and work contexts. You might hear about 'The Employee of the Month award'. It implies that there was a choice made between many people. It is not just luck; it is about being good at something. You can also start to see it in phrases like 'award-winning', which is an adjective. For example, 'This is an award-winning book.' This means the book is very high quality because it won a prize.

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At the B2 level, 'award' takes on more formal and professional meanings. It is used in business and academic contexts. You might talk about 'granting an award' or 'nominating someone for an award'. It also appears in legal contexts, though less frequently than in C1. You understand that an award represents a standard of excellence. You can use collocations like 'prestigious award' or 'annual award'. It is also used when a company is given a contract: 'The company was happy about the award of the new contract.'

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At the C1 level, 'award' is a nuanced term used in legal, industrial, and highly formal settings. You understand it as a 'judicial or quasi-judicial decision'. For example, an 'arbitration award' is a final decision in a legal dispute. You also know it refers to 'industrial awards' which are legal documents about pay and conditions. In general use, you use sophisticated verbs like 'bestow' or 'confer'. You recognize the difference between an award (merit-based) and a reward (service-based). You can discuss the social and professional implications of winning an award.

At the C2 level, you use 'award' with total precision across all domains. You are aware of its etymological roots and its specific functions in international law and complex labor relations. You can use it metaphorically or in highly technical sentences without hesitation. You understand the subtle differences between an 'award', an 'accolade', and a 'commendation'. You can write about the 'adjudication of an award' in a way that sounds native and professional. You also understand how 'awards' function as institutional mechanisms for maintaining standards and power structures.

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A formal prize given for excellence or achievement in a specific field.
A legal term for money granted by a court or arbitrator.
Commonly associated with trophies, certificates, and prestigious ceremonies.
Differs from 'reward' by being more formal and merit-based.

The term award functions as a sophisticated noun within the English lexicon, primarily denoting a formal recognition of merit or achievement. Unlike a casual 'reward' which might be given for a simple task, an award typically implies a structured selection process, a panel of judges, or a specific set of criteria that must be met. It is the culmination of excellence in a particular field, ranging from the arts and sciences to community service and professional milestones. In a C1 context, we must also recognize its specific application in legal and financial sectors, where it refers to a formal decision made by a court or an arbitrator regarding the distribution of funds or assets following a dispute.

Formal Recognition: An official prize given to someone for their performance or contribution to a specific field.
Legal Determination: The amount of money or compensation granted by a judicial body at the end of a legal process.

The scientist received a prestigious award for her groundbreaking research in molecular biology.

To understand 'award' at a C1 level, one must appreciate the nuance of prestige associated with it. An award is often tangible—a trophy, a certificate, or a plaque—but its true value lies in the social and professional capital it confers upon the recipient. It serves as a benchmark of quality. For instance, in the film industry, an Academy Award is not merely a gold-plated statuette; it is a validation of artistic mastery that can redefine a career trajectory. Similarly, in academia, a research award provides not only funding but also the institutional credibility necessary to pursue further high-level inquiries.

The jury announced a multi-million dollar award in the landmark personal injury case.

Furthermore, the concept of an 'award' extends into the realm of labor relations and arbitration. In many jurisdictions, an 'industrial award' is a legal document that sets out the minimum pay rates and conditions of employment for a specific industry. This demonstrates the word's versatility: it moves from the celebratory atmosphere of a gala to the rigorous, often dry environment of industrial law. Understanding these disparate meanings is crucial for achieving native-like fluency in professional English environments.

Etymological Root: Derived from the Old French 'eswarder', meaning to examine or decide upon after consideration.

Winning the 'Best Newcomer' award boosted the author's book sales significantly.

Using the noun award effectively requires a firm grasp of its common collocations and the syntactic structures it inhabits. At the C1 level, you should move beyond simple sentences like 'He got an award.' Instead, focus on the verbs that precede it: one bestows, confers, grants, or presents an award. Conversely, the recipient accepts, attains, or is honored with an award. These choices signal a higher register of English proficiency.

Verb Collocations (Giver): To grant, to bestow, to present, to announce, to adjudicate.
Verb Collocations (Receiver): To receive, to win, to accept, to be nominated for, to sweep (win many).

The committee decided to award the contract to the most sustainable bidder.

When discussing the legal sense, the phrasing changes. We talk about 'damages awards' or 'arbitration awards'. Here, the noun is often modified by the type of legal proceeding. For example, 'The tribunal issued a final award of $2 million.' Note that in this context, the award is the *result* of the decision, not just the money itself. It represents the legal finality of the process. In business, 'award' is also used for contracts. When a company 'wins the award of a contract', it means they have been formally selected to perform the work.

She was the recipient of the 'Employee of the Year' award.

Adjectives also play a significant role in qualifying the nature of the award. Common descriptors include prestigious, coveted, posthumous, annual, and distinguished. A 'posthumous award' is given after the recipient has died, which is a common occurrence in military or high-level humanitarian contexts. A 'coveted award' is one that many people desire but few achieve, emphasizing the competitive nature of the recognition.

Prepositional Use: An award *for* (achievement), an award *of* (amount/title), to present an award *to* (someone).

The award for best cinematography went to a relatively unknown filmmaker.

The noun award is ubiquitous across various professional and social landscapes. In the media, you will most frequently encounter it during 'awards season', a period typically spanning from January to March when major entertainment accolades like the Oscars, Grammys, and Golden Globes are presented. News anchors and entertainment journalists use the word to discuss nominations, snubs, and winners. In these contexts, 'award' carries a sense of glamour and high-stakes competition.

The film swept the awards ceremony, winning in six different categories.

In the corporate world, 'awards' are used as tools for employee engagement and branding. You might hear HR managers discussing 'incentive awards' or 'service awards' during town hall meetings. Companies also boast about 'industry awards' in their marketing materials to establish authority and trust with consumers. For example, a car manufacturer might highlight a 'Safety Award' from a consumer protection agency to justify a higher price point or to differentiate itself from competitors.

The legal and academic sectors provide a more sober context for the word. In law, 'award' is heard in courtrooms and read in legal briefs. An 'arbitral award' is a common term in international business disputes where parties agree to settle outside of traditional courts. In academia, 'grant awards' are the lifeblood of research, and the announcement of these awards is a major event for universities. Professors and researchers often list their 'awards and honors' prominently on their CVs to demonstrate their standing in the global intellectual community.

Common Settings: Red carpet events, corporate boardrooms, courtrooms, university graduation ceremonies, and sporting events.

The university announced a new award for excellence in community outreach.

Even at advanced levels, learners often conflate award with similar terms like reward, prize, or medal. The most frequent error is using 'reward' when 'award' is required. A reward is typically a return for a specific service or a psychological benefit (e.g., 'The reward for finding the dog was $50'). An award, however, is a formal recognition of merit. You wouldn't say 'He won a reward for his acting'; it must be 'award'.

Incorrect: He received a reward for being the best student.
Correct: He received an award for being the best student.

Another mistake involves the prepositional usage. Many learners say 'an award of his hard work'. The correct preposition is for. You receive an award *for* an achievement. However, you can have an 'award *of* $10,000', where 'of' indicates the quantity or value. Confusing these two can lead to awkward phrasing that disrupts the flow of formal writing.

In legal English, a common mistake is failing to distinguish between the 'judgment' and the 'award'. While they are related, the 'award' specifically refers to the relief or compensation granted, whereas the 'judgment' is the entire decision of the court. Using 'award' too broadly in a legal context can make your writing appear imprecise to legal professionals.

Confusion with 'Prize': A 'prize' is often the result of a game or a lottery. An 'award' is the result of a formal evaluation of quality or performance.

The Nobel Prize is technically an award, but we usually use its specific name.

To truly master 'award', one must understand its synonyms and how they differ in nuance. Words like accolade, trophy, prize, and honor all occupy similar semantic space but are used in distinct ways. An accolade is a more literary and high-register term for praise or an award. A trophy is the physical object given, often in sports. A prize is more general and can apply to competitions of luck or skill.

Award vs. Accolade: 'Award' is the formal recognition; 'accolade' is the praise or honor that comes with it, often used in plural.
Award vs. Settlement: In law, an 'award' is decided by a third party (judge/arbitrator), while a 'settlement' is agreed upon by the parties themselves.

The restaurant received numerous accolades from food critics, including a five-star award.

In the context of financial grants, 'award' is similar to bounty or stipend, but with key differences. A bounty is usually a reward for capturing someone or completing a task with a specific price on it. A stipend is a regular fixed sum of money paid for living expenses, often to a student or intern. An 'award' in this sense is usually a one-time grant based on merit or a specific project proposal.

The athlete's room was filled with trophies and medals from international competitions.

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발음 가이드

라임이 맞는 단어

afford, record, board

난이도

알아야 할 문법

Passive voice in formal announcements

Prepositions of purpose (for)

Noun-noun compounds (award winner)

Articles with unique titles

Relative clauses modifying nouns

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I got an award at school today.

J'ai eu un prix à l'école aujourd'hui.

Noun, singular.

He has a big award for football.

Il a un grand prix pour le football.

Used with 'has'.

The award is on the table.

Le prix est sur la table.

Definite article 'the'.

Do you want to win an award?

Veux-tu gagner un prix ?

Question form.

She is happy with her award.

Elle est contente de son prix.

Possessive 'her'.

This is a gold award.

C'est un prix en or.

Adjective 'gold' modifying the noun.

They give an award every year.

Ils donnent un prix chaque année.

Present simple.

Look at my new award!

Regarde mon nouveau prix !

Imperative 'Look'.

She won an award for her beautiful singing.

Elle a gagné un prix pour son beau chant.

Past simple 'won'.

The teacher gave him an award for being kind.

Le professeur lui a donné un prix pour sa gentillesse.

Indirect object 'him'.

We watched the awards on television last night.

Nous avons regardé les prix à la télévision hier soir.

Plural noun.

He is very proud of his science award.

Il est très fier de son prix de sciences.

Preposition 'of'.

Is there an award for the best drawing?

Y a-t-il un prix pour le meilleur dessin ?

Existential 'Is there'.

The school has many awards in the hall.

L'école a de nombreux prix dans le couloir.

Quantifier 'many'.

She wants to receive an award for her book.

Elle veut recevoir un prix pour son livre.

Infinitive 'to receive'.

They presented the award at the end of the party.

Ils ont remis le prix à la fin de la fête.

Verb 'presented'.

The company presents an award to the best employee every month.

L'entreprise remet un prix au meilleur employé chaque mois.

Present simple for habit.

She was nominated for a national writing award.

Elle a été nommée pour un prix national d'écriture.

Passive voice 'was nominated'.

Winning the award helped him get a better job.

Gagner le prix l'a aidé à obtenir un meilleur emploi.

Gerund as subject.

This award-winning film is based on a true story.

Ce film primé est basé sur une histoire vraie.

Compound adjective 'award-winning'.

He felt that the award was well-deserved.

Il a estimé que le prix était bien mérité.

Adjective 'well-deserved'.

The prize money from the award was very helpful.

L'argent du prix était très utile.

Noun adjunct 'prize money'.

They are organizing an awards ceremony for local heroes.

Ils organisent une cérémonie de remise de prix pour les héros locaux.

Present continuous.

The award recognizes her contribution to the environment.

Le prix reconnaît sa contribution à l'environnement.

Verb 'recognizes'.

The prestigious award attracted entries from all over the world.

Ce prix prestigieux a attiré des candidatures du monde entier.

Adjective 'prestigious'.

The jury struggled to decide who should receive the award.

Le jury a eu du mal à décider qui devait recevoir le prix.

Verb 'struggled' + infinitive.

He received a posthumous award for his bravery during the fire.

Il a reçu un prix posthume pour sa bravoure pendant l'incendie.

Adjective 'posthumous'.

The award of the contract was delayed due to technical issues.

L'attribution du contrat a été retardée en raison de problèmes techniques.

Noun 'award' meaning 'granting'.

She has several awards to her name in the field of medicine.

Elle a plusieurs prix à son actif dans le domaine de la médecine.

Idiom 'to her name'.

The criteria for the award are becoming stricter every year.

Les critères pour le prix deviennent plus stricts chaque année.

Plural 'criteria' with 'are'.

The academy announced the award winners in a press release.

L'académie a annoncé les lauréats dans un communiqué de presse.

Compound noun 'award winners'.

The award includes a trophy and a significant cash prize.

Le prix comprend un trophée et une importante récompense en espèces.

Verb 'includes'.

The court's award of damages was seen as a victory for consumers.

L'attribution de dommages-intérêts par le tribunal a été perçue comme une victoire pour les consommateurs.

Legal sense: financial compensation.

The arbitral award is final and binding on both parties.

La sentence arbitrale est définitive et exécutoire pour les deux parties.

Adjective 'binding'.

Her latest accolade is just one of many awards she has garnered.

Sa dernière distinction n'est qu'un des nombreux prix qu'elle a obtenus.

Verb 'garnered'.

The industrial award sets the minimum standards for the nursing profession.

Le régime de travail fixe les normes minimales pour la profession d'infirmier.

Labor law context.

The sheer number of awards he won speaks to his immense talent.

Le nombre impressionnant de prix qu'il a remportés témoigne de son immense talent.

Phrase 'speaks to'.

The committee's decision on the award was met with widespread criticism.

La décision du comité concernant le prix a suscité de vives critiques.

Passive 'was met with'.

An award of this magnitude can fundamentally change a researcher's career.

Un prix de cette ampleur peut changer fondamentalement la carrière d'un chercheur.

Noun 'magnitude'.

The award ceremony was a lavish affair attended by various dignitaries.

La cérémonie de remise des prix était un événement somptueux auquel assistaient diverses dignitaires.

Adjective 'lavish'.

The tribunal issued a reasoned award that meticulously addressed every legal point.

Le tribunal a rendu une sentence motivée qui abordait méticuleusement chaque point de droit.

Legal term 'reasoned award'.

The cultural significance of the award transcends mere professional recognition.

La signification culturelle du prix transcende la simple reconnaissance professionnelle.

Verb 'transcends'.

Critics argued that the award was a cynical attempt to improve the company's image.

Les critiques ont soutenu que le prix était une tentative cynique d'améliorer l'image de l'entreprise.

Adjective 'cynical'.

The award of costs in the litigation was a significant blow to the defendant.

L'attribution des dépens dans le litige a été un coup dur pour le défendeur.

Legal term 'award of costs'.

The sheer prestige of the award ensures a high caliber of applicants each year.

Le prestige même du prix garantit un haut niveau de candidats chaque année.

Noun 'caliber'.

The award serves as a testament to the enduring power of investigative journalism.

Le prix témoigne de la puissance durable du journalisme d'investigation.

Phrase 'serves as a testament to'.

The ambiguity in the award's wording led to further legal complications.

L'ambiguïté dans la formulation de la sentence a entraîné d'autres complications juridiques.

Noun 'ambiguity'.

The award was the crowning achievement of a long and distinguished career.

Le prix a été le couronnement d'une longue et brillante carrière.

Metaphor 'crowning achievement'.

동의어

prize accolade distinction grant trophy decoration

반의어

penalty forfeiture fine

자주 쓰는 조합

prestigious award

annual award

posthumous award

grant an award

receive an award

win an award

award ceremony

damages award

arbitral award

merit award

자주 쓰는 구문

awards season

award-winning

to be up for an award

to sweep the awards

academy award

service award

incentive award

final award

award of contract

special award

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award vs reward

A reward is often informal or for a specific service; an award is formal and merit-based.

award vs prize

A prize can be won by luck (lottery); an award is usually judged.

award vs medal

A medal is a specific physical object (usually metal); an award can be a certificate or money.

관용어 및 표현

"to carry off the award"

"to be in the running for an award"

"to walk away with the award"

"to win by a landslide award"

"to pick up an award"

"to bag an award"

"to land an award"

"to be decorated with an award"

"to be honored with an award"

"to merit an award"

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award vs

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Legal

Refers specifically to the decision of an arbitrator or court.

Noun vs Verb

As a noun, it's the prize. As a verb, it's the act of giving it.

자주 하는 실수

Using 'reward' for a formal prize.
Saying 'an award of his bravery'.
Using 'award' for a random gift.
Confusing 'award' with 'medal' in all cases.
Capitalizing 'award' every time.

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Preposition Choice

Always use 'for' when explaining the reason for the award. 'She won an award for her research.' Avoid using 'of' in this specific context.

Synonym Nuance

Use 'accolade' when you want to sound more literary or emphasize the praise associated with the award. Use 'trophy' when referring specifically to the physical object.

Business Usage

When writing a CV, list your awards under a separate heading like 'Honors and Awards' to make them stand out to recruiters.

Legal Precision

Remember that in a legal sense, the 'award' is the decision itself. It is often used in the phrase 'to issue an award'.

Accepting an Award

When accepting an award, it is polite to acknowledge the other nominees and the organization that granted the award.

Compound Adjectives

Use 'award-winning' to add immediate credibility to a subject. 'The award-winning architect designed the new library.'

Context Clues

If you hear 'award' in a news story about a court case, it almost always refers to money being paid, not a trophy.

Formal Verbs

In a formal speech, say 'I am honored to be presented with this award' rather than 'I am happy to get this award'.

Grant Awards

In universities, 'award' is often used interchangeably with 'grant' when referring to research funding.

Prestige

The word 'award' usually carries a positive connotation of excellence, so use it when you want to highlight high quality.

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A-WARD: Think of 'A' for 'Achievement' and 'WARD' as 'Toward' success.

어원

Old French

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Highly prestigious international awards for science, literature, and peace.

The most famous film awards in the world.

A form of state award in the UK.

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"Have you ever won an award for anything?"

"What is the most prestigious award in your country?"

"Do you think awards ceremonies are still relevant today?"

"If you could win any award, which one would it be?"

"Should children receive awards just for participating?"

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Describe a time you felt you deserved an award but didn't get one.

Write about an award you would like to create for a friend.

Discuss the pros and cons of competitive awards in schools.

How would winning a major award change your life?

Reflect on the importance of recognition in the workplace.

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10 질문

An award is a formal recognition of merit or achievement, often given after a competition or official judging process. A reward is something given in return for a service, effort, or good behavior, and is often less formal. For example, you get an award for being the best actor, but a reward for finding a lost wallet.

Yes, 'award' can be a verb meaning to officially give something as a prize or a legal payment. For example, 'The judge awarded her $5,000 in damages.' or 'The committee awarded him the first prize.'

Yes, 'award' is a countable noun. You can say 'one award', 'two awards', or 'many awards'. You use the indefinite article 'an' before it: 'an award'.

It is a compound adjective used to describe someone or something that has won one or more awards. For example, 'an award-winning author' or 'an award-winning restaurant'.

In law, an arbitral award is the final decision made by an arbitrator or an arbitration tribunal. It is similar to a court judgment and is usually legally binding on the parties involved in the dispute.

In business, it often refers to the granting of a contract. 'The award of the contract to Company X was announced yesterday.' It can also refer to employee recognition programs.

Common adjectives include prestigious, coveted, annual, distinguished, posthumous, and national. These help describe the importance or timing of the award.

Yes, the Nobel Prize is one of the most famous and prestigious awards in the world. While it has 'Prize' in its name, it fits the definition of an award perfectly.

In countries like Australia, an industrial award is a legal document that sets out the minimum pay and working conditions for employees in a particular industry or occupation.

Yes, especially in legal contexts, an award often refers to a specific amount of money granted by a court or tribunal to a plaintiff.

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