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Wage

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Payment FrequencyPlay
Understand 'wage' often implies a regular payment schedule, like weekly or monthly. SlideMy wage is deposited into my bank account every Friday.
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Hourly ContextPlay
'Wage' can imply payment based on hours worked, different from annual salary. SlideThe part-time job offers an hourly wage of $15.
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Related to EffortPlay
'Wage' suggests a direct link between the amount of work and payment received. SlideOvertime work resulted in an increased wage this week.