小费 xiǎofèi tip
tip; gratuity
How to remember 小费: 小 small + 费 expenses = tip.
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How it is used
- A tip / gratuity - 给服务员小费 (gěi fúwùyuán xiǎofèi) tip the waiter.
- Note tipping isn't customary in mainland China, so the word often appears in contexts about travel abroad or foreign customs.
- Don't confuse with 手续费 (shǒuxùfèi, service/processing fee) or 小费 as any petty fee.