🇬🇧🇪🇸 investment - inversión : English Lesson
noun
Meaning of "investment" ("inversión"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
"Investment" is a noun that refers to the act of putting money, time, or effort into something with the expectation of gaining a benefit or profit in the future. It can involve financial investments like stocks or bonds, or personal investments like education or hobbies.
My mom says vegetables are an investment in my health, but I’d rather invest in french fries.
I told my teacher that sleeping in class is an investment in my energy levels.
I told my mom that buying 200 gummy bears was an investment in my happiness.
Buying a giant teddy bear seemed like a smart investment until I realized it takes up my whole bed.
I see my chocolate stash as an investment, but somehow, it never lasts long.
Anna had little money. She made an investment: she bought seeds. Her small investment was time, water, and care. Each morning she tended the soil; each week her investment grew. Months later the plant gave fruit. Anna smiled; the investment fed her family, and the same investment gave her hope.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: B1 Intermediate
This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.
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