annuity
/əˈnjuːəti/ · /əˈnuːəti/
CEFR level C2Topic EconomyWord #7254 in the learning path
年金；年金保险
Definitions
n. An investment providing regular payments, often throughout retirement.
年金；年金保险
Example
My grandfather receives an annuity to cover his living costs.
我祖父领取年金来支付生活开销。
An annuity can provide retirees with a predictable income, although inflation may reduce its purchasing power.
年金可以为退休者提供可预期的收入，但通货膨胀可能降低其购买力。
Collocations
- buy an annuity
- annuity payments
- a lifetime annuity
Usage tip
年金可按月等定期支付，并非只能一年领一次。
FAQ
- What does annuity mean?
- An investment providing regular payments, often throughout retirement.
- How is annuity pronounced?
- UK /əˈnjuːəti/, US /əˈnuːəti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
