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invest

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈvɛst]

Word

Learn how to use invest in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

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.

Example

What should I invest my savings in to make more money?

Context: “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.

Example

They decided to invest their free time in volunteering at the local shelter.

Example

She felt she had not invested enough time in her studies last semester.

Example

How can I invest more effort into my hobbies this year?

How to pronounce invest

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈvɛst]

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