invest
Aussprache: [ɪnˈvɛst]
Wort
Kontext: „finance“
(verb) to put money or resources into something with the hope of getting more money back later. It's like planting seeds in a garden, hoping they will grow into big plants that give you fruits.
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She decided to invest in a new business because she believed it would grow.
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He didn't invest any money in that project because he thought it was risky.
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What should I invest my savings in to make more money?
Kontext: „time and effort“
(verb) to spend time or effort on something important to make it better. For example, you can invest time in learning something new or helping a friend.
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They decided to invest their free time in volunteering at the local shelter.
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She felt she had not invested enough time in her studies last semester.
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How can I invest more effort into my hobbies this year?
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