mid-15c., "for nothing, freely," from Latin gratis, contraction of gratiis "for thanks," hence, "without recompense, for nothing," ablative of gratiae "thanks," plural of gratia "favor" (see grace (n.)). Meaning "free of charge" is 1540s.
雙語例句
1. What I did for you was free, gratis, you understand?
我為你所做的一切都是免費的，無償的，你明白嗎？
來自柯林斯例句
2. I knew his help wouldn't be given gratis.
我知道他的幫助不會是無償的。
來自《權威詞典》
3. David gives the first consultation gratis.
戴維免費提供初次咨詢。
來自辭典例句
4. You can get the sample gratis.
你可以免費得到樣品.
來自辭典例句
5. We will also arrange for sightseeing in Si'an and the neighbouring area gratis.