Cash in

Meaning

The idiom "cash in" means to make money or profit from something, often by taking advantage of a situation or opportunity. It can also refer to receiving payment or compensation for goods or services rendered. The figurative meaning of the idiom is to leverage or exploit an opportunity for personal gain.

Usage

• "After years of hard work, she finally got her chance to cash in on her innovative idea."
• "The stock market crashed, leaving many investors out of pocket and unable to cash in on their investments."
• "When the company went bankrupt, its employees were left without their pensions and had to cash in on their retirement funds."
• "As a successful entrepreneur, she learned how to cash in on opportunities by identifying gaps in the market."
• "The artist sold her paintings for thousands of dollars, finally cashing in on her talent and hard work."

Roots and History

The idiom "cash in" dates back to the early 20th century and is believed to have originated in the United States. The phrase likely emerged from the practice of settling debts or paying off loans by depositing cash into an account. Over time, the idiom broadened its meaning to include any form of profit or gain.

Synonyms in English

• "make a fortune"
• "reap the rewards"
• "net profits"
• "earn a living"
• "turn a profit"

Synonyms in other languages

• Spanish: "ganar mucho dinero"
• French: "gagner beaucoup d'argent"
• German: "viel Geld verdienen"
• Italian: "guadagnare molti soldi"
• Portuguese: "ganhar muito dinheiro"

Similar Idioms

• come to pass

• clam up

• curry favour