In return for Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ɹiˈtɝn/, /ɹɪˈtɝn/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
in ri-TURN for
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 dePortuguese (BR): em troca dePortuguese (PT): em troca deChinese (Simplified): 作为…的回报Chinese (Traditional): 作為…的回報Hindi: के बदले मेंArabic: مقابلBengali: বদলে - বিনিময়েRussian: в обмен на - в качестве ответа заJapanese: 見返りに - お返しとしてVietnamese: để đáp lại - để đổi lấyKorean: 대가로 - 보답으로Turkish: karşılığındaUrdu: کے بدلے میںIndonesian: 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