B2noun 1K

Investment

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈvestmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈvestmənt/"]/

Meaning of Investment

the act of investing money in something

In simple words: Putting money into something to make it grow or earn more.

Investment in a sentence

• The investment in renewable energy sources is crucial for a sustainable future.
• Her recent stock investment has already started to yield impressive returns.
• Despite the risks, many people still perceive investment as a path to wealth.
• The investment of time and effort in learning a new skill is often rewarding.
• The company announced a significant investment in research and development.
• Real estate investment can be a profitable venture if done wisely.

How to use Investment

Commonly used in financial contexts. Suitable for both informal and formal conversations. Be cautious using it in casual settings where money talks might feel out of place.

Grammar pattern

make an investment + in + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in-vesting' money like planting seeds to grow a tree.

Related words

Collocations with Investment

• excellent
• good
• productive
• flow
• level
• rate
• make
• attract
• boost
• increase
• rise
• soar
• account
• fund
• trust
• as an investment
• investment from
• investment in
• a loss on an investment
• a profit on an investment
• a return on an investment
• excellent
• good
• productive
• flow
• level
• rate
• make
• attract
• boost
• increase
• rise
• soar
• account
• fund
• trust
• as an investment
• investment from
• investment in
• a loss on an investment
• a profit on an investment
• a return on an investment
• excellent
• good
• productive
• flow
• level
• rate
• make
• attract
• boost
• increase
• rise
• soar
• account
• fund
• trust
• as an investment
• investment from
• investment in
• a loss on an investment
• a profit on an investment
• a return on an investment

Synonyms for Investment

• contribution
• funding
• stake
• expenditure
• speculation

Opposites of Investment

• disinvestment
• withdrawal

Common mistakes with Investment

• Confusing 'investment' with 'adventure' as they sound similar.
• Using 'investments' in singular contexts incorrectly, for example, 'I made an investment last month' instead of 'I made investments last month.'
• 'Investment' paired with inappropriate verbs, e.g., saying 'to invest a trip'.

Frequently asked questions about Investment

What does Investment mean?

Putting money into something to make it grow or earn more.

What is the definition of Investment?

the act of investing money in something

How do you use Investment in a sentence?

The investment in renewable energy sources is crucial for a sustainable future.

Can you give another example of Investment?

Her recent stock investment has already started to yield impressive returns.

What are synonyms for Investment?

Common alternatives include contribution, funding, stake, expenditure, speculation.

What is the opposite of Investment?

Opposite meanings include disinvestment, withdrawal.

What words go with Investment?

It commonly pairs with excellent, good, productive, flow, level, rate, make, attract, boost, increase, rise, soar, account, fund, trust, as an investment, investment from, investment in, a loss on an investment, a profit on an investment, a return on an investment, excellent, good, productive, flow, level, rate, make, attract, boost, increase, rise, soar, account, fund, trust, as an investment, investment from, investment in, a loss on an investment, a profit on an investment, a return on an investment, excellent, good, productive, flow, level, rate, make, attract, boost, increase, rise, soar, account, fund, trust, as an investment, investment from, investment in, a loss on an investment, a profit on an investment, a return on an investment.

What are common mistakes when using Investment?

Confusing 'investment' with 'adventure' as they sound similar. Using 'investments' in singular contexts incorrectly, for example, 'I made an investment last month' instead of 'I made investments last month.' 'Investment' paired with inappropriate verbs, e.g., saying 'to invest a trip'.

How do you pronounce Investment?

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

When should I use Investment?

Commonly used in financial contexts. Suitable for both informal and formal conversations. Be cautious using it in casual settings where money talks might feel out of place.

What CEFR level is Investment?

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