This is the 14092nd most frequent Russian word.
оклады
"Salaries" or "fixed wages."
Here, 'оклады' refers to salaries, specifically their amount or rate.
Многих начало беспокоить снижение окладов.
Many started to worry about the decrease in salaries.
In this context, 'оклад' indicates the monetary remuneration tied to a job position.
В новой должности его оклад значительно увеличился.
In the new position, his salary increased significantly.
This usage of 'оклады' pertains to salaries, especially in a collective discussion or negotiation context.