Cool MateMeaning of Nonprofit
an organization that does not aim to make a profit
In simple words: An organization that doesn't make money for itself, helps others instead.
Nonprofit in a sentence
- working for an environmental nonprofit
How to use Nonprofit
Used in discussions about charitable organizations. It's appropriate in formal contexts, like fundraising events or academic discussions, but can also be used casually. Avoid in situations discussing for-profit businesses.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'non' for no profit, like a charity that helps others without making money.
Related words
Collocations with Nonprofit
- nonprofit sector
- nonprofit organization
- nonprofit funding
- nonprofit work
Synonyms for Nonprofit
- charity
- NGO
- voluntary organization
- philanthropy
Opposites of Nonprofit
- for-profit
- commercial
Common mistakes with Nonprofit
- Confused with 'nonprofit organization' — learners often omit 'organization'.
- Using 'nonprofit' as a verb instead of a noun.
- Thinking all nonprofits are charities — some may engage in advocacy.
Nonprofit appears in
Nonprofit in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
منظمة غير ربحية
منظمة ما بتربحش فلوس لنفسها، بتساعد الناس التانيين بدل كده.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অলাভজনক
এমন একটা সংস্থা যা নিজের জন্য টাকা রোজগার করে না, বরং অন্যদের সাহায্য করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Nonprofit
Eine Organisation, die kein Geld für sich selbst verdient, sondern anderen hilft.
- SpanishEspañol
Organización sin fines de lucro
Una organización que no gana dinero para sí misma, sino que ayuda a otros.
- Persianفارسی
سازمان غیرانتفاعی
سازمانی که برای خودش پول در نمیآورد و به دیگران کمک میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Association à but non lucratif
Une organisation qui ne gagne pas d'argent pour elle-même, elle aide les autres à la place.
- Hindiहिन्दी
गैर-लाभकारी
एक ऐसा संगठन जो खुद के लिए पैसा नहीं कमाता, बल्कि दूसरों की मदद करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Organizzazione no profit
Un'organizzazione che non fa soldi per sé, ma aiuta gli altri.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sem fins lucrativos
Uma organização que não ganha dinheiro para si, ajuda os outros em vez disso.
- RussianРусский
Некоммерческая организация
Организация, которая не зарабатывает деньги для себя, а помогает другим.
- Urduاردو
غیر منافع بخش
ایک ایسی تنظیم جو خود کے لیے پیسہ نہیں کماتی، بلکہ دوسروں کی مدد کرتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
非营利组织
一个不为自己赚钱，而是帮助他人的组织。
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- Charity
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Nonprofit
What does Nonprofit mean?
An organization that doesn't make money for itself, helps others instead.
What is the definition of Nonprofit?
an organization that does not aim to make a profit
How do you use Nonprofit in a sentence?
working for an environmental nonprofit
What are synonyms for Nonprofit?
Common alternatives include charity, NGO, voluntary organization, philanthropy.
What is the opposite of Nonprofit?
Opposite meanings include for-profit, commercial.
What words go with Nonprofit?
It commonly pairs with nonprofit sector, nonprofit organization, nonprofit funding, nonprofit work.
What are common mistakes when using Nonprofit?
Confused with 'nonprofit organization' — learners often omit 'organization'. Using 'nonprofit' as a verb instead of a noun. Thinking all nonprofits are charities — some may engage in advocacy.
How do you pronounce Nonprofit?
US: /["/ˌnɑːnˈprɑːfɪt/"]/, UK: /["/ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Nonprofit?
Used in discussions about charitable organizations. It's appropriate in formal contexts, like fundraising events or academic discussions, but can also be used casually. Avoid in situations discussing for-profit businesses.
What CEFR level is Nonprofit?
"Nonprofit" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.