noun / verb HSK 4
income · revenue · earnings · to take in (money)
Meaning
收入 refers to money that comes in, whether as personal income, salary, business revenue, or earnings from any source. As a noun, it means 'income' or 'revenue.' As a verb, it means 'to take in' or 'to bring in' money or resources.
Usage
Most commonly used as a noun to discuss personal or household income, company revenue, or earnings. Often appears in discussions about salary, economic status, or financial reports. Can be modified with adjectives like 高 (high) or 低 (low). When used as a verb, it typically appears in more formal or written contexts.
Examples
- 01他的月收入大约是一万元。.His monthly income is approximately 10,000 yuan.
- 02这家公司去年的收入增长了百分之二十。.This company's revenue increased by 20 percent last year.
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Common collocations
- 收入水平income level
- 年收入annual income
- 月收入monthly income
- 家庭收入family income
Antonyms
Origin
Literally means 'receive-enter,' referring to money or resources coming into one's possession. The compound logically combines the concepts of receiving (收) and entering (入).