(とくしょう)

とくしょう
noun
special prize; grand prize
society
1. special prize; grand prize
An exceptional prize awarded above or outside the regular ranking system. Used for lotteries, competitions, raffles, and other contests where a particularly noteworthy prize is given.
特賞(とくしょう)海外(かいがい)旅行(りょこう)だ。
The grand prize is an overseas trip.
くじ()特賞(とくしょう)()たった
I won the special prize in the lottery draw.
The special prize for this year's photo contest comes with a 500,000 yen cash award.

Composed of (とく) (special) and (しょう) (prize, award). Refers to an exceptional prize that stands above or apart from the regular prize hierarchy (first, second, third place). Common in lotteries, raffles, shopping district promotions, and competitions.

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