🇬🇧🇪🇸 invest - invertir : English Lesson

Meaning of "invest" ("invertir"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

To invest means to put money, time, or effort into something with the expectation that it will grow, improve, or give a benefit later. People can invest in businesses, education, or even friendships. For example, buying a toy that will bring you joy for years is like investing in happiness!

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

I told my mom I wanted to invest in a pet dragon. She said no, but I’m not giving up.

My sister invested in makeup, but I’m still waiting to see the results.

My cat invested all her energy into sleeping, and I fully support her business plan.

My dad says he invested in stocks, but I think he meant socks because we have too many.

I decided to invest my allowance in chocolate… best decision ever!

Anna finds small coins. She will invest coins in seed packs. She will invest time to plant seeds. She will invest water and care each day. She will invest effort to pull weeds and watch plants grow. Months later bright flowers and fruit come. She sells some and smiles, glad she chose to invest.

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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