C1
discount vs surcharge
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| discountnoun/ˈdɪs.kaʊnt/ | Meaning an amount of money taken off the usual price of something | Goes with get a discount | Example Students can get a 20% discount on train tickets with their ID card. |
| surchargenoun/ˈsɜːr.tʃɑːrdʒ/ | Meaning an extra amount of money you must pay on top of the normal price | Goes with fuel surcharge | Example The airline adds a fuel surcharge to every international ticket. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
A fuel applies to all freight shipments.