dividend
Meaning: A sum of money paid regularly by a company to its shareholders from its profits; more broadly, any benefit or advantage gained from an action.
Dividends are a way companies distribute profits to shareholders, usually paid quarterly or annually. Companies that pay consistent dividends are called 'dividend stocks.' Figuratively, 'peace dividend' refers to economic benefits of reduced military spending, and 'paying dividends' means yielding long-term benefits.
Examples
- The board announced a final dividend of twelve pence per share. 董事会宣布每股十二便士的最终股息。El consejo anunció un dividendo final de doce peniques por acción.取締役会は1株当たり12ペンスの期末配当を発表した。이사회는 주당 12펜스의 기말 배당금을 발표했다.
- Investing in employee training will pay dividends in the long run. 投资于员工培训从长远来看将带来丰厚回报。La inversión en formación de los empleados dará sus frutos a largo plazo.従業員研修への投資は長い目で見れば大きな成果をもたらすだろう。직원 교육에 대한 투자는 장기적으로 큰 성과를 가져올 것이다.
- Shareholders voted to reinvest the dividend rather than take a cash payout. 股东投票决定将股息再投资而非领取现金。Los accionistas votaron a favor de reinvertir el dividendo en lugar de recibir un pago en efectivo.株主は現金配当を受け取るのではなく、配当金を再投資することを決議した。주주들은 현금 배당을 받는 대신 배당금을 재투자하기로 의결했다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: professional, media
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin dividendum (thing to be divided), neuter gerundive of dividere (to divide). Entered English in the 15th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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