# gratis

/ˈɡɹætəs/ (US) · /ɡɹˈætis/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/gratis
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

free of charge. You use this word when you get something without paying any money for it.

For teachers: provided or available at no cost. Often used in formal or commercial contexts to describe services or items offered without charge.

## Examples

- The local library provides gratis access to its digital archives for any resident who signs up for a card.
- While the initial consultation is gratis, the firm charges a significant hourly rate for any subsequent legal work required to finalize the contract.

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