in compensation for
in compensation for — idiom
1. used to describe something that is given or received in order to make up for a l
used to describe something that is given or received in order to make up for a loss, expense, injury, or inconvenience that someone has experienced
The insurance company paid Mr. Chen $15,000 in compensation for the fire damage to his home.
financial compensation for specific loss or damage
The airline offered free hotel rooms to stranded passengers in compensation for the overnight delay.
in compensation for + disruption noun (delay)
The tenant received a rent reduction in compensation for the months without working heating.
The government gave farmers financial support in compensation for crops lost in the severe drought.
The Watanabe family accepted a public apology in compensation for the hospital's medical error.
- to make up for
more informal and flexible; can apply to losses, mistakes, or shortcomings
- in return for
broader meaning; not limited to losses — can describe any exchange
- as recompense for
more formal; typically used in written or legal contexts
文法句型
in compensation for + noun phrase
用法筆記
Commonly used in formal or official contexts such as insurance claims, legal settlements, or workplace agreements. The noun phrase following 'for' identifies the loss, damage, or inconvenience being addressed.