C1 noun محايد

income

/ˈɪn.kʌm/

Income refers to the money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments. It encompasses all forms of financial gain, including wages, salaries, rent, interest, and dividends, typically measured over a specific period.

أمثلة

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1

Most of his monthly income goes toward paying the mortgage and daily expenses.

Most of his monthly earnings are spent on housing and living costs.

2

The non-profit organization is legally required to disclose all sources of annual income.

The charity must reveal where all its yearly money comes from.

3

I'm looking for a side hustle to bring in a bit more income this year.

I want an extra job to earn a bit more money this year.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
income
صفة
incoming
مرتبط
incomer
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the literal parts of the word: 'In-come'. It is the money that 'comes in' to your bank account.

اختبار سريع

The family struggled to survive on a single ____ after the father lost his job.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: income

أمثلة

1

Most of his monthly income goes toward paying the mortgage and daily expenses.

everyday

Most of his monthly earnings are spent on housing and living costs.

2

The non-profit organization is legally required to disclose all sources of annual income.

formal

The charity must reveal where all its yearly money comes from.

3

I'm looking for a side hustle to bring in a bit more income this year.

informal

I want an extra job to earn a bit more money this year.

4

Sociological studies often examine the correlation between household income and educational attainment.

academic

Academic research looks at the link between family money and levels of education.

5

The corporation reported a significant increase in net income during the last fiscal quarter.

business

The company showed a large rise in total profit for the last three months.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
income
صفة
incoming
مرتبط
incomer

تلازمات شائعة

disposable income money left after taxes and essential bills
gross income total money earned before any deductions
source of income the place or activity where money is earned
low-income earning a small amount of money
steady income money that is received regularly and reliably

العبارات الشائعة

living beyond one's income

spending more money than one earns

passive income

money earned with little to no daily effort

fixed income

an income that does not change over time, like a pension

يُخلط عادةً مع

income vs revenue

Revenue refers to the total money a business brings in before expenses; income is the net profit or personal earnings.

income vs salary

Salary is a specific type of income paid by an employer, whereas income can include investments and side projects.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

At the C1 level, distinguish between 'gross income' (before tax) and 'net income' (after tax). It is frequently used in discussions regarding economics, social class, and personal finance.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners often use 'income' when they specifically mean 'salary' (fixed monthly pay) or 'revenue' (total business turnover). Remember that 'income' is the most general term for money coming in.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the literal parts of the word: 'In-come'. It is the money that 'comes in' to your bank account.

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أصل الكلمة

From Middle English, originally meaning 'an entrance' or 'a coming in,' derived from 'in' + 'come'.

أنماط نحوية

Usually uncountable when referring to the concept of money earned. Can be used as a countable noun (incomes) when comparing different groups or types of earnings. Often functions as an attributive noun, such as in 'income tax' or 'income bracket'.
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السياق الثقافي

In many English-speaking cultures, asking 'How much is your income?' is considered intrusive and impolite in social settings.

اختبار سريع

The family struggled to survive on a single ____ after the father lost his job.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: income

كلمات ذات صلة

toxin

B2

A toxin is a poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms, such as bacteria, plants, or animals. It is capable of causing disease or health issues when it enters body tissues through ingestion, inhalation, or absorption.

pesticide

B2

A chemical substance used to kill or control pests that are harmful to crops, livestock, or humans. It is an umbrella term that includes insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides used widely in agriculture and gardening.

fertilizer

B2

A chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility and provide essential nutrients for plant growth. It is primarily used in gardening and agriculture to help crops develop faster and produce higher yields.

irrigation

B2

To supply land or crops with water through man-made systems such as pipes, ditches, or sprinklers. It is an essential agricultural process used to assist in the growth of plants, especially in areas with low rainfall.

flood

B2

Describing something relating to a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry, or metaphorically, being overwhelmed by an excessive quantity of something. In common usage, the form 'flooded' is typically used as the adjective to describe this state.

erosion

B2

Erosion is the process by which the surface of the earth is worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice. In a figurative sense, it refers to the gradual destruction or reduction of something abstract, such as power, rights, or confidence.

desertification

B2

The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture. It represents a significant environmental challenge where land loses its biological productivity and ability to support human life.

afforestation

B2

Afforestation is the process of establishing a forest on land that has not recently been covered by trees. It involves planting seeds or saplings to create new wooded areas, often to improve the environment or for commercial timber.

endangered

B2

To put someone or something at risk or in a situation where they could be harmed, damaged, or destroyed. In environmental contexts, it specifically refers to species that are at high risk of becoming extinct in the near future.

extinction

B2

Extinction is the state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct, meaning it no longer has any living members. It can also refer to the act of making something, such as a fire, a feeling, or a practice, cease to exist.

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