gratis
gratis — adverb
1. without having to pay any money; given or done as a favour or as part of a promo
without having to pay any money; given or done as a favour or as part of a promotion, with no charge to the receiver.
Jack got two concert tickets gratis from a colleague who was away that night.
get + something + gratis — receiving without payment
The software comes gratis with the purchase of a new laptop.
come gratis with something — included at no extra cost
A full breakfast is provided gratis for guests staying at the hotel.
Kemi received a small sample bottle of perfume gratis at the department store.
- free
everyday word; 'free' can be an adjective or adverb, while 'gratis' is only an adverb
- complimentary
specifically given as a courtesy or perk, often by a business (hotel, airline, restaurant)
- on the house
informal idiom used only for drinks or meals provided by a bar or restaurant
- paid
opposite in meaning; 'gratis' means no payment, 'paid' means payment was made
文法句型
get / receive / have something gratis
be offered / provided / included gratis
用法筆記
More formal than 'for free' or 'free of charge'. Common in promotional, hospitality, and software contexts. Often placed at the end of the clause.