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UK//ˈdɪvɪdɛnd//US//ˈdɪvɪdɛnd//

Meaning of Dividend

A sum of money paid regularly by a company to its shareholders out of its profits.

In simple words: A payment made to shareholders from a company's profits.

Dividend in a sentence

  • The company announced a higher dividend than last year.
  • Shareholders eagerly awaited news of the dividend payments.
  • Investors typically reinvest their dividends to grow their portfolio.
  • Receiving a dividend can provide a steady income for retirees.
  • Many companies offer dividends as an incentive to attract investors.

How to use Dividend

Typically used in financial contexts. It's appropriate in business discussions but less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

pay + dividend

Memory hint

Think of 'divide' – profits are divided among shareholders.

Related words

Collocations with Dividend

  • declare a dividend
  • receive a dividend
  • increase the dividend
  • annual dividend
  • dividend yield

Synonyms for Dividend

Common mistakes with Dividend

  • Confused with 'diverse' vs 'dividend'
  • Using 'dividend' as a verb instead of a noun
  • Incorrectly assuming that all companies pay dividends

Compare Dividend with Distribution, Return, Interest

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Frequently asked questions about Dividend

What does Dividend mean?

A payment made to shareholders from a company's profits.

What is the definition of Dividend?

A sum of money paid regularly by a company to its shareholders out of its profits.

How do you use Dividend in a sentence?

The company announced a higher dividend than last year.

Can you give another example of Dividend?

Shareholders eagerly awaited news of the dividend payments.

What are synonyms for Dividend?

Common alternatives include distribution, payout, return, profit share, interest.

What words go with Dividend?

It commonly pairs with declare a dividend, receive a dividend, increase the dividend, annual dividend, dividend yield.

What are common mistakes when using Dividend?

Confused with 'diverse' vs 'dividend' Using 'dividend' as a verb instead of a noun Incorrectly assuming that all companies pay dividends

How do you pronounce Dividend?

US: //ˈdɪvɪdɛnd//, UK: //ˈdɪvɪdɛnd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dividend?

Typically used in financial contexts. It's appropriate in business discussions but less common in casual conversations.