prosperous
gb/pɹˈɑspɚəs/ us/pɹˈɑspɚəs/
B2
Engleză
~ 5200
jómódú, virágzó, sikeres
B2
1
Tipar de utilizare:
[someone/something] is prosperous
The once small startup is now a prosperous international company.
Az egykor kis startup mára virágzó nemzetközi vállalattá vált.
She grew up in a prosperous family that never had to worry about money.
Jómódú családban nőtt fel, ahol soha nem kellett aggódniuk a pénz miatt.
Over the last decade, the region has become increasingly prosperous thanks to tourism.
A strong and prosperous middle class is vital for a stable democracy.
Many people moved to the city, hoping for a more prosperous life.
Exemple pentru cursanți
Her parents are very prosperous and own three houses.
A szülei nagyon jómódúak, és három házuk van.
The city became prosperous after the new factories opened.
A város virágzóvá vált, miután megnyíltak az új gyárak.
He wants to start a business and become prosperous.
Farmers in that area are now prosperous because of good prices.
They left the village to look for a more prosperous life in the capital.
Greșeală frecventă:
Learners sometimes use *prosperous* for things that are not about money or success, for example saying *a prosperous meal* instead of *a rich meal* or *a big meal*. *Prosperous* is normally used for people, groups, places, or businesses that have financial success, not for food, clothes, or single objects. Learners also confuse *prosperity* (noun) and *prosperous* (adjective): *the country enjoys prosperity* vs. *the country is prosperous*.
Sens
financially successful; wealthy
Colocații
prosperous family
|prosperous business
|prosperous country
|prosperous middle class
|prosperous community
|prosperous neighborhood
Sinonime
wealthy (Focuses more directly on having a lot of money, without stressing growth or stability.)
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affluent (Slightly more formal; often used for people, families, or areas with high income and comfort.)
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well-off (More informal; suggests comfortable money and lifestyle, not necessarily high-level success.)
Antonime
poor (Lacking money or basic resources, the direct everyday opposite of financially prosperous.)
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impoverished (Formal; describes people or places suffering from serious, often long-term poverty.)
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struggling (Shows difficulty in meeting financial needs or making a business succeed, the opposite of doing well.)
Teme
business
|economy
|society
|finance
|core_vocabulary
Definiție
having a lot of money or business success
Having economic success, with plenty of money, resources, or steady financial growth.
C1
2
Tipar de utilizare:
a prosperous [period/year/future]
Analysts predict a prosperous year for the technology sector.
Az elemzők sikeres évet jósolnak a technológiai szektornak.
They hope the trade agreement will open a new and prosperous era for both countries.
Remélik, hogy a kereskedelmi megállapodás új, virágzó korszakot nyit mindkét ország számára.
The reforms laid the foundation for a more prosperous future.
After several prosperous seasons, the farmers were able to invest in better equipment.
We wish you a happy and prosperous New Year.
Exemple pentru cursanți
The company enjoyed several prosperous years before the crisis.
A vállalat a válság előtt több sikeres évet élt meg.
Our country needs a plan for a prosperous future.
Hazánknak tervre van szüksége a virágzó jövőhöz.
They believe the changes will lead to more prosperous times.
We had a prosperous season and sold many products.
The leader promised a peaceful and prosperous society.
Greșeală frecventă:
Learners sometimes use *prosperous* where *busy* or *active* would be better, for example *a prosperous weekend* to mean *a busy weekend*. *Prosperous* should suggest good results, growth, or wealth, not just a lot of activity. Another mistake is to say *prosperous of* instead of *prosperous for*, as in *The year was prosperous for small businesses*.
Sens
bringing or marked by success
Colocații
prosperous year
|prosperous future
|prosperous career
|prosperous era
|prosperous times
|prosperous new year
Sinonime
successful (Very close in meaning but broader; not limited to money or economic growth.)
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thriving (Emphasizes strong healthy growth; common for businesses, cities, or industries.)
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fruitful (Highlights productive, positive results, often beyond money (e.g., projects or cooperation).)
Antonime
difficult (Describes a period or situation with many problems, the opposite of smooth and prosperous.)
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bleak (Suggests a future or time with little hope or opportunity, the opposite of prosperous and promising.)
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unsuccessful (Directly opposite in terms of results; things do not work out well or as planned.)
Teme
business
|economy
|time
|finance
|core_vocabulary
Definiție
showing or bringing a lot of success and good results, often with money or growth
Resulting in or characterized by success, good results, and favorable conditions, especially in terms of money, growth, or development.
Gramatică
Forma de dicționar
prosperous
IPA
GB/pɹˈɑspɚəs/
US/pɹˈɑspɚəs/
Silabe și accent
pros - per - ous (3 silabe)
Stress on 1st syllable (pros)
Forme ale cuvântului
Adjective
- Base: prosperous
Familie de cuvinte
Core family
prosper
verb B2
prosperity
noun B1
Related words
prosperously
adverb
Expresii
a long and prosperous life
1/ə lˈɔŋ ˈænd pɹˈɑspɚəs lˈaɪf/
fixed phrase
wish for a long, successful life
a life that is both long and full of money, comfort, and success
Exemple
- The mayor raised his glass and wished the couple a long and prosperous life together.
- In many cultures, people bless newlyweds by saying, "May you have a long and prosperous life."
- Fans often tell the author they hope she enjoys a long and prosperous life so she can keep writing.
peaceful and prosperous
1/pˈisfəl ˈænd pɹˈɑspɚəs/
fixed phrase
both calm and economically successful
calm and safe, with good money and growth
Exemple
- The president promised to build a peaceful and prosperous society for all citizens.
- Many people move to the region because it is known as a peaceful and prosperous place to raise a family.
- International leaders said they would work together for a peaceful and prosperous future.
prosperous New Year
1/pɹˈɑspɚəs njˈu jˈɪɹ/
fixed phrase
New Year with success and wealth
a New Year that brings money, success, and good results
Exemple
- We wish you a happy and prosperous New Year.
- The company sent an email to all clients, thanking them for their support and wishing them a prosperous New Year.
- Friends and family gathered to celebrate and to hope for a prosperous New Year.