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earnings
/ˈɪər.nɪŋz/
money received from work or investments
Her earnings from freelancing increased this year.
She made more money from freelance work compared to last year.
Finance
formal
Income received from employment, investments, or business activities
The company reported record earnings for the quarter.
The company announced its highest-ever profits for the three-month period.
Often used in financial reports to describe profits or revenue.
general
The amount of money a person or entity makes from work or investments
His earnings as a consultant were higher than expected.
He earned more money as a consultant than he had anticipated.
Can refer to salary, wages, or investment returns.
Collocations
earnings reporta document showing a company's financial performanceearnings per sharea measure of a company's profitability divided by the number of shares
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Financial Context
In business, 'earnings' often refers to net income after all expenses.
Gold Rule
Plural Form
'Earnings' is always plural, even when referring to a single amount.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'ernen' (to earn) + '-ings' (noun suffix)
Usage Notes
In finance, 'earnings' often refers to net income after expenses. In everyday use, it can mean any money earned.
Word Breakdown
earn
to gain money through work
root-ings
noun form
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