In return for Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ɹiˈtɝn/, /ɹɪˈtɝn/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ

in ri-TURN for

UK

ˈɪn/ /ɹɪˈtɜːn/ /fˈɔː

in ri-TURN faw

Definition

Used to show that something is given, done, or received as a result of or as payment for something else.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in formal or polite contexts, referring to exchanges. Common with offers, negotiations, or favors: 'in return for your help'. Not typically used for casual swaps between friends.

• Spanish: a cambio de
• Portuguese (BR): em troca de
• Portuguese (PT): em troca de
• Chinese (Simplified): 作为…的回报
• Chinese (Traditional): 作為…的回報
• Hindi: के बदले में
• Arabic: مقابل
• Bengali: বদলে - বিনিময়ে
• Russian: в обмен на - в качестве ответа за
• Japanese: 見返りに - お返しとして
• Vietnamese: để đáp lại - để đổi lấy
• Korean: 대가로 - 보답으로
• Turkish: karşılığında
• Urdu: کے بدلے میں
• Indonesian: sebagai imbalan - sebagai balasan

Example Sentences

He gave me a book in return for my help.

basic

She worked extra hours in return for overtime pay.

basic

They offered free samples in return for a customer survey.

basic

I helped him move, but I didn't expect anything in return for it.

natural

Some charities give you a gift in return for your donation.

natural

What do you want in return for this favor?

natural