cost-of-living benefit

• 政府或雇主为帮助人们应对因基本商品和服务价格上涨而导致的生活成本增加而提供的经济补助或津贴。

A financial payment or allowance provided by a government or employer to help individuals cope with increased expenses due to rising prices for essential goods and services.

1. Financial adjustment for inflationB2formal

   An increase in wages, pensions, or other payments to offset the rising prices of goods and services.

   生活费用补贴

   • The union negotiated a cost-of-living benefit for all employees.
   • Retirees receive an annual cost-of-living benefit to maintain their purchasing power.
   • The government announced a cost-of-living benefit increase for social security recipients.