利潤
Meanings
1
Formal term for profit or financial gain, often used in economic, business, or accounting contexts. More formal than 利益 (りえき).
Companies pursue profit.
We obtained large returns from the investment.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉を追求するto pursue (profit)
The company expanded its business in order to pursue profit.
- 〈物〉を上げるto increase profit
Thanks to the new product, we were able to increase profit.
- 〈物〉を最大化するto maximize profit
Managers are always thinking of ways to maximize profit.
- 〈物〉が出るto yield a profit
This business is generating sufficient profit.