Bakshish (Noun)
Meaning
A relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter).
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Examples
- The waiter included a massive uplift on the bill and still expected a bakshish for his mediocre service.
- She rummaged through her purse to find a few coins for the bakshish the helpful porter clearly expected.
- He grudgingly added a small bakshish to the restaurant bill after reviewing the service quality.
- Tipping the taxi driver a generous bakshish ensured his cheerfulness continued even after the passengers had left.
- After settling the bill, the generous couple handed the waiter a substantial bakshish as an appreciation of his exceptional service.