Business English is essential for professionals who want to communicate effectively in a global environment. Here are some key vocabulary terms that are commonly used in business contexts.
Nouns
- Market: The place where buyers and sellers meet to trade goods and services.
- Revenue: The total income generated from the sale of goods and services.
- Strategy: A plan or method designed to achieve a particular goal.
Verbs
- Negotiate: To discuss and agree on terms, especially in business.
- Expand: To increase the size, number, or amount of something.
- Innovate: To introduce something new or make changes to something.
Adjectives
- Profitable: Producing a financial gain.
- Dynamic: Full of activity and energy.
- Sustainable: Capable of being maintained at a certain rate or level.
Phrases
- Break-even point: The point at which total costs and total revenues are equal.
- Market share: The proportion of the total market that is accounted for by a particular company or product.
- Growth potential: The likelihood of increasing in size or value.
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For more information on business English vocabulary, check out our Business English Guide.