This is the 5110th most frequent Japanese word.
賄賂
Bribe.
In this sentence, '賄賂' is used to refer to illicit payments or bribes, indicating a corruption-related action.
彼は賄賂を受け取ることで有罪とされた。
He was convicted for accepting bribes.
Here, '賄賂' refers to the means used to manipulate or exert unwanted influence, typically associated with unethical behavior.
政治家が賄賂を使って影響力を買おうとすることは問題だ。
It is problematic when politicians use bribes to gain influence.
In this case, '賄賂' highlights an ethical dilemma or decision point regarding accepting or rejecting corrupt dealings.