earnings
/ˈɜːrnɪŋz/The total amount of money a person or company makes from work or business activities before taxes and expenses are deducted.
The company reported record earnings this quarter.
The company's profits exceeded expectations.
Often used in financial reports and business contexts.
The money a person earns from their job or investments.
Her earnings from freelance work helped her pay off her student loans.
Her income from freelancing allowed her to clear her debts.
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💡Pro Tip
Financial Context
In financial contexts, 'earnings' typically refers to net income after expenses and taxes.
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Plural Usage
'Earnings' is always plural, even when referring to a single period's income.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'ernen' (to earn) + '-ings' (a suffix indicating the result of an action).
📝Usage Notes
In finance, 'earnings' often refers to net income, while in general usage, it can refer to any money earned.