C1noun 2K

Earnings

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɜːnɪŋz/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɜːrnɪŋz/"]/

Meaning of Earnings

the money that you earn for the work that you do

In simple words: Money you make from work or investments.

Earnings in a sentence

• The company's earnings increased significantly this quarter due to higher sales.
• Investors closely monitor earnings reports to gauge a firm's financial health.
• She was pleased to see her earnings rise after completing additional training.
• The artist's earnings come from both album sales and live performances.
• After taxes, his monthly earnings are enough to cover all his expenses.
• Their earnings in the stock market can fluctuate based on market conditions.

How to use Earnings

Used in both formal and informal contexts, often in finance or when discussing income. Avoid in casual conversations unless discussing money specifically.

Grammar pattern

earnings + plural noun

Memory hint

Think of 'earnings' as 'earning more than just pennies' - imagine a piggy bank filling up!

Related words

Collocations with Earnings

• high
• record
• strong
• level
• have
• generate
• calculate
• estimate
• forecast
• projection
• earnings  from
• earnings  of
• ten times, twenty times, etc. earnings
• growth in earnings
• loss of earnings
• high
• record
• strong
• level
• have
• generate
• calculate
• estimate
• forecast
• projection
• earnings  from
• earnings  of
• ten times, twenty times, etc. earnings
• growth in earnings
• loss of earnings

Synonyms for Earnings

• profits
• income
• revenue
• wages
• gains

Opposites of Earnings

• loss
• debt
• expenditure

Common mistakes with Earnings

• Confusing 'earnings' with 'income' - they are similar but 'earnings' usually refers to profits.
• Using 'earning' in plural form - 'earnings' is always plural.
• Misusing in non-financial contexts - typically related to money.

Frequently asked questions about Earnings

What does Earnings mean?

Money you make from work or investments.

What is the definition of Earnings?

the money that you earn for the work that you do

How do you use Earnings in a sentence?

The company's earnings increased significantly this quarter due to higher sales.

Can you give another example of Earnings?

Investors closely monitor earnings reports to gauge a firm's financial health.

What are synonyms for Earnings?

Common alternatives include profits, income, revenue, wages, gains.

What is the opposite of Earnings?

Opposite meanings include loss, debt, expenditure.

What words go with Earnings?

It commonly pairs with high, record, strong, level, have, generate, calculate, estimate, forecast, projection, earnings  from, earnings  of, ten times, twenty times, etc. earnings, growth in earnings, loss of earnings, high, record, strong, level, have, generate, calculate, estimate, forecast, projection, earnings  from, earnings  of, ten times, twenty times, etc. earnings, growth in earnings, loss of earnings.

What are common mistakes when using Earnings?

Confusing 'earnings' with 'income' - they are similar but 'earnings' usually refers to profits. Using 'earning' in plural form - 'earnings' is always plural. Misusing in non-financial contexts - typically related to money.

How do you pronounce Earnings?

US: /["/ˈɜːrnɪŋz/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɜːnɪŋz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Earnings?

Used in both formal and informal contexts, often in finance or when discussing income. Avoid in casual conversations unless discussing money specifically.

What CEFR level is Earnings?

"Earnings" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.