Definitions
v. To put money into something hoping to gain financial returns.
投资
v. To devote resources to something for a future benefit.
投入时间、精力或资金
Example
My aunt plans to invest in a small bakery.
我姑姑打算投资一家小面包店。
Governments should invest in renewable energy to improve energy security and reduce dependence on imported fuels.
政府应投资可再生能源，以提高能源安全并减少对进口燃料的依赖。
Collocations
- invest in property
- invest heavily in
- invest time in
- invest wisely
Word family
- investment (n.)
- investor (n.)
Antonyms
- divest
Usage tip
常用invest in；投入时间做事可用invest time in doing。
FAQ
- What does invest mean?
- To put money into something hoping to gain financial returns. To devote resources to something for a future benefit.
- How is invest pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈvest/, US /ɪnˈvest/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
