fortune
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Noun — A very large amount of money or wealth.
How to use fortune
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin fortuna, "chance, luck," named after Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune.
Full origin of fortune →Frequently asked questions
What does “fortune” mean?
The word “fortune” means a very large amount of money or wealth. In plain terms, either a huge sum of money, or the idea of luck and what the future holds.
How do you pronounce “fortune”?
“Fortune” is pronounced FAWT-shoon (/ˈfoɹt͡ʃən/ [-t͡ʃʰən ~ -t͡ʃʰn̩] in IPA).
How do you use “fortune” in a sentence?
Here is “fortune” used in a sentence: “He made his fortune in real estate.”
What part of speech is “fortune”?
“Fortune” is a noun.
Where does the word “fortune” come from?
The word “fortune” comes from Latin. From Latin fortuna, "chance, luck," named after Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune.
Is “fortune” a common word?
“Fortune” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “fortune” have?
“Fortune” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a very large amount of money or wealth.
What is the difference between "fortune" and "luck"?
Both can mean chance events that shape outcomes, but "fortune" often sounds more formal or literary and can imply fate as a guiding force. "Luck" is more everyday and can be good or bad, while "fortune" also carries a separate meaning of great wealth.
Does "fortune" mean money or luck?
"Fortune" can mean either. It can refer to a very large amount of money or wealth, as in "she made a fortune," or to luck and fate, as in "the fortunes of war." Context shows which sense is meant.
What are common collocations with "fortune"?
Common phrases include "make a fortune," "cost a fortune," "a small fortune," "good fortune," and "tell someone's fortune." These span both the wealth and the luck meanings.
What is the difference between "fortune" and "wealth"?
"Wealth" is a general term for a large amount of money, property, or valuable assets. "Fortune" usually points to a specific large sum belonging to a person, as in "he inherited a fortune," making it feel more concrete and countable.