Reimbursement (रिइम्बर्समेंट) का हिंदी में अर्थ है प्रतिपूर्ति या राशि वापसी।
Meaning of Word
प्रतिपूर्ति (Pratipurti) refers to the process of repaying someone for expenses they have incurred on behalf of another person or organization. In English, this is commonly known as “reimbursement,” where an individual or entity receives compensation for costs or losses.
Etymology
The word “reimbursement” is derived from the Latin word “reimbursare,” where “re-” means “back” or “again,” and “bursa” refers to a purse or money. Together, “reimbursement” means giving back the money spent.
Detailed Explanation
Reimbursement is a financial process where one party compensates another for expenses incurred. This is commonly seen in professional settings, where employees receive reimbursements for travel, medical, or operational expenses paid out of their own pocket. Reimbursements ensure that individuals or employees are not financially burdened for costs that the organization or another entity is responsible for. It may also involve compensation for losses or damages.
Examples
- कंपनी ने यात्रा व्यय के लिए कर्मचारी को प्रतिपूर्ति की।
(The company reimbursed the employee for travel expenses.) - चिकित्सा खर्चों के लिए चिकित्सा बीमा द्वारा प्रतिपूर्ति की गई।
(Medical insurance provided reimbursement for medical expenses.)
Synonyms with Explanation
- वापसी (Vapasi) – This means “return,” often used in contexts where money or resources are returned.
- भरपाई (Bharpai) – A term referring to compensation or making up for expenses.
- क्षतिपूर्ति (Kshatipurti) – Similar to reimbursement, indicating compensation or covering a loss.
Few Related Terms
- भुगतान (Bhugtaan) – Payment or transaction of funds.
- वित्तीय सहायता (Vittiya Sahayata) – Financial assistance for supporting an individual’s expenses.
- प्रतिपूर्ति नीति (Pratipurti Niti) – Reimbursement policy governing when and how reimbursement is provided.
Antonyms with Explanation
- अप्रतिपूर्ति (Apratipurti) – Non-reimbursement, when expenses are not compensated.
- उधार (Udhar) – Borrowing, which involves taking money temporarily rather than receiving it back for expenses incurred.
Other Words Started with Main Word
- प्रतिपूर्ति राशि (Pratipurti Rashi) – Reimbursement amount.
- प्रतिपूर्ति नीति (Pratipurti Niti) – Reimbursement policy.
- प्रतिपूर्ति अनुरोध (Pratipurti Anurodh) – Reimbursement request.
