lukrativ
lucrative
Etwas, das viel Geld einbringt und sich finanziell sehr lohnt.
The German word "lukrativ" is an adjective meaning "profitable" or "lucrative". It describes something that yields financial gain or is economically advantageous.
It comes from the Latin word lucrativus, related to lucrum (profit), so it's not directly composed of separate German words.
Similar words in German include:
- einträglich (profitable, lucrative)
- gewinnbringend (profitable, gainful)
- rentabel (commercially viable, profitable)
Differences:
- Einträglich emphasizes good income or revenue.
- Gewinnbringend highlights bringing profits directly.
- Rentabel stresses economic viability, often in investment contexts.
- Lukrativ is more general and often used to suggest high profit or attractiveness in economic terms.
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Examples
Das Angebot klingt lukrativ.adjective
The offer sounds lucrative.
Eine Karriere in dieser Branche bleibt oft sehr lukrativ.adjective
A career in this industry often remains very lucrative.
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