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UK/["/ˌɒntrəprəˈnɜː(r)/"]/US/["/ˌɑːntrəprəˈnɜːr/"]/

Meaning of Entrepreneur

a person who makes money by starting or running businesses, especially when this involves taking financial risks

In simple words: A person who starts and runs their own business.

Entrepreneur in a sentence

  • A creative entrepreneur, he was continually dreaming up new projects.
  • a recent MBA graduate and **budding entrepreneur**
  • a serial entrepreneur who had founded four companies
  • The risks of starting your own business can be very great, and most budding entrepreneurs find that they have never worked so hard in their lives.

How to use Entrepreneur

Commonly used in business contexts. It's neutral; appropriate for formal discussions, but can also be used informally. Not typically used in everyday conversation unless discussing work.

Grammar pattern

entrepreneur + (noun phrase) or (verb phrase)

Memory hint

Think 'enter-preneur' as someone entering new territory with their own business.

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Collocations with Entrepreneur

Synonyms for Entrepreneur

Opposites of Entrepreneur

Common mistakes with Entrepreneur

  • Confusing with 'intrapreneur' which refers to someone who acts like an entrepreneur within a larger organization.
  • Using it to refer to any self-employed person, when it often implies starting a new and innovative business.
  • Incorrect pronunciation, especially the last syllable sounding like 'ner'.

Compare Entrepreneur with Founder, Self-starter, Capitalist

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Frequently asked questions about Entrepreneur

What does Entrepreneur mean?

A person who starts and runs their own business.

What is the definition of Entrepreneur?

a person who makes money by starting or running businesses, especially when this involves taking financial risks

How do you use Entrepreneur in a sentence?

A creative entrepreneur, he was continually dreaming up new projects.

Can you give another example of Entrepreneur?

a recent MBA graduate and **budding entrepreneur**

What are synonyms for Entrepreneur?

Common alternatives include business owner, founder, innovator, self-starter, capitalist.

What is the opposite of Entrepreneur?

Opposite meanings include employee, follower, dependent.

What words go with Entrepreneur?

It commonly pairs with good, great, successful.

What are common mistakes when using Entrepreneur?

Confusing with 'intrapreneur' which refers to someone who acts like an entrepreneur within a larger organization. Using it to refer to any self-employed person, when it often implies starting a new and innovative business. Incorrect pronunciation, especially the last syllable sounding like 'ner'.

How do you pronounce Entrepreneur?

US: /["/ˌɑːntrəprəˈnɜːr/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɒntrəprəˈnɜː(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Entrepreneur?

Commonly used in business contexts. It's neutral; appropriate for formal discussions, but can also be used informally. Not typically used in everyday conversation unless discussing work.

What CEFR level is Entrepreneur?

"Entrepreneur" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.