B1nounmoney
US/ˈɪn.kʌm/
UK/ˈɪn.kʌm/
the money a person or organization receives regularly, for example from work or investments
In context
Her income from tutoring is enough to cover her rent in Hà Nội.
Families on a low income were given extra help during the pandemic.
Renting out the spare room gives them a second income each month.
Words that go with income
adjective + noun
- low incomeStudents from low income families can apply for this scholarship.
- steady incomeFreelancing is exciting, but it rarely gives you a steady income.
noun + noun
- income taxYou must declare all your earnings when you pay income tax.
- household incomeAverage household income in the city rose by eight percent.
noun + preposition
- source of incomeTourism is the main source of income for the island.
verb + noun
- earn an incomeMany retired teachers earn an income by giving private lessons.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
His income is very expensive.Correct: His income is very high.