spend money
ينفق المال
Use it whenever money leaves your pocket to pay for something, from bills to big luxuries.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Using your cash to pay for goods or services.
- The direct opposite of saving or keeping your money.
- Works in both casual conversations and professional business meetings.
معنی
This phrase describes the act of giving money to pay for things you want or need. It covers everything from buying a coffee to paying your monthly rent.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Talking about a grocery trip
I spent too much money on snacks today.
لقد أنفقت الكثير من المال على الوجبات الخفيفة اليوم.
Discussing a business budget
We need to spend money on better software this year.
نحن بحاجة إلى إنفاق المال على برامج أفضل هذا العام.
Texting a friend about a concert
I'm ready to spend some money and have a great night!
أنا مستعد لإنفاق بعض المال وقضاء ليلة رائعة!
زمینه فرهنگی
In Western consumer culture, 'spending money' is often tied to personal identity and status. The phrase became a staple of modern English as the economy shifted toward retail and services. Interestingly, the concept of 'spending' was originally used for 'consuming' or 'wearing out' resources before it became strictly financial.
The 'On' Rule
Always use 'on' after the phrase. You spend money 'on' a car, not 'for' a car.
Past Tense Trap
Remember that 'spend' is irregular. The past is 'spent' with a 't'. It's a very common mistake!
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Using your cash to pay for goods or services.
- The direct opposite of saving or keeping your money.
- Works in both casual conversations and professional business meetings.
What It Means
Spend money is a very common way to say you are using your cash. It is not just about shopping for fun. It covers paying bills, buying groceries, or investing in a car. It is the opposite of saving money. When you spend money, that cash leaves your wallet or bank account forever. Hopefully, you get something cool in return!
How To Use It
You can use this phrase with many different words. You can spend money on a specific item. For example, 'I spent money on a new phone.' You can also use it with adverbs. You might spend money wisely or spend money recklessly. It is a very flexible phrase. It works in almost any sentence about buying things. Just remember to use the past tense spent if the shopping is already done.
When To Use It
Use this phrase in daily life. Use it when talking to your partner about the budget. Use it when telling a friend about your weekend trip. It is perfect for professional settings too. A manager might talk about how the company spends money on marketing. It is the 'bread and butter' of English financial talk. It fits everywhere from a fancy office to a taco truck.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it if you are giving money for free. If you give money to a charity, you donate money. If you give money to a friend who is broke, you lend money. Also, avoid using it for time unless you mean it metaphorically. You can spend time, but that is a different concept. Don't say you spent money if you just lost your wallet. That is just bad luck, not a transaction!
Cultural Background
In many English-speaking cultures, talking about how much you spend money can be sensitive. People love to talk about 'spending' in general. However, asking 'How much did you spend?' can sometimes feel rude. There is a big cultural focus on 'spending wisely.' Being a 'big spender' can be a compliment or a criticism. It depends on if you are being generous or just showing off.
Common Variations
You will often hear spend a fortune for something very expensive. If someone is very rich, they might spend money like water. If you are trying to be careful, you watch what you spend. In slang, people might say they are dropping cash or blowing money. But spend money remains the most reliable and common version for everyone.
نکات کاربردی
This is a neutral collocation suitable for all levels of formality. The most important thing to remember is the irregular past tense 'spent' and the preposition 'on'.
The 'On' Rule
Always use 'on' after the phrase. You spend money 'on' a car, not 'for' a car.
Past Tense Trap
Remember that 'spend' is irregular. The past is 'spent' with a 't'. It's a very common mistake!
The Taboo
In the UK and US, asking 'How much money do you spend on rent?' is often considered too personal for new acquaintances.
مثالها
6I spent too much money on snacks today.
لقد أنفقت الكثير من المال على الوجبات الخفيفة اليوم.
A common everyday complaint about impulse buying.
We need to spend money on better software this year.
نحن بحاجة إلى إنفاق المال على برامج أفضل هذا العام.
Used here as a professional investment or necessity.
I'm ready to spend some money and have a great night!
أنا مستعد لإنفاق بعض المال وقضاء ليلة رائعة!
Shows excitement about going out and enjoying life.
My husband spends money like it's going out of style.
زوجي ينفق المال وكأن الموضة ستنتهي.
An idiom meaning he spends very quickly and frequently.
I regret spending all that money on things I didn't need.
أنا نادم على إنفاق كل ذلك المال على أشياء لم أكن بحاجة إليها.
Reflects on past mistakes with a serious tone.
Is it worth spending money on a premium membership?
هل يستحق الأمر إنفاق المال على عضوية مميزة؟
Seeking an opinion on the value of a purchase.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the correct form of the verb for a past action.
Last weekend, I ___ a lot of money at the mall.
Since the action happened 'last weekend,' we must use the irregular past tense form 'spent'.
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.
Don't spend all your money ___ video games!
In English, we 'spend money ON' something.
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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality of 'Spend Money'
Used with friends.
I blew some cash.
Standard everyday use.
I need to spend money on food.
Used in reports.
The department will allocate funds.
Where to use 'Spend Money'
At the Mall
Spending on clothes.
At Home
Spending on bills.
At Work
Spending the budget.
On Vacation
Spending on tours.
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, it is a neutral and polite phrase. However, asking others about their specific spending can be seen as nosy.
Yes! You can say spend time with family. It follows the same grammar as spend money.
The opposite is saving money. You can also say earning money for when you get paid.
Yes, spent is the past tense and the past participle. Example: 'I have spent all my savings.'
It is much more natural to say spend money on. For example, 'I spent money on dinner' is better than 'for dinner'.
A spending spree is when someone buys a lot of things in a very short time, usually for fun.
Absolutely. It is very common to discuss how a company will spend money on projects.
A big spender is someone who likes to buy expensive things or pay for others frequently.
You can, but it is extremely formal and rare. Stick to spend money for 99% of situations.
You can say 'I overspent' or 'I blew my budget.' Both are very common.
عبارات مرتبط
Waste money (Spending on useless things)
Save money (Keeping money for later)
Run out of money (Having no money left)
Splash out (Spending a lot on a luxury)
Pay through the nose (Spending way too much)
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