Entrepreneurship Vocabulary

verb to bring something into existence; to make or produce something

• The artist used various techniques to create a masterpiece.
• I'll create a playlist for the road trip.
• Let's create some vibes at the party tonight.
• His words were able to create a sense of peace in the midst of chaos.

noun a person's regular occupation, profession, or trade

verb to engage in commercial, industrial, or professional activities

• Our company is looking for new partners to do business with in the European market.
• I heard that Tom is trying to do business with that new startup.
• Let's get down to business and start doing some deals.
• Sometimes you have to play hardball to do business in this industry.

noun a person who works as a writer, designer, performer, or the like, selling work or services by the hour, day, job, etc., rather than working on a regular salary basis for one employer

verb to work as a freelancer

• She works as a free lance graphic designer, taking on projects for various clients.
• My friend decided to go free lance and start her own photography business.
• I heard he's been doing some free lance writing on the side to make extra cash.
• Being a free lance artist allows her the freedom to express herself creatively without limitations.

noun a person who aggressively seeks opportunities to make money or achieve their goals, often through questionable or dishonest means

• The successful entrepreneur was known for being a savvy hustler in the business world.
• My friend is a natural hustler when it comes to finding great deals.
• He's a real hustler, always finding a way to make money on the side.
• She's a hustler on the dance floor, always moving with confidence and style.

noun a sum of money that is borrowed and expected to be paid back with interest

verb to lend (someone) something, typically money, under an agreement that the borrower will return the same amount at a later date

• The bank approved my loan application for a new house.
• I had to take out a loan to pay for my car repairs.
• I'm broke, so I might have to ask for a loan from my friend.
• She felt like she was borrowing happiness on loan, knowing it wouldn't last forever.

noun a person who is independent in thought and action, often going against the norm or established practices

• The maverick entrepreneur started his own successful business without any outside help.
• That guy is a total maverick, always doing things his own way.
• She's a real maverick when it comes to fashion, always wearing the coolest clothes.
• The artist was a maverick in the way he approached his craft, constantly pushing boundaries and challenging norms.

noun a person who sells goods, typically in small quantities, directly to individuals or small groups

• The peddler traveled from town to town selling his wares.
• The peddler was going around selling stuff.
• The peddler was hustling his goods on the streets.
• The peddler of lies spread misinformation throughout the community.

noun a hope or plan that is unlikely to happen

• The idea of achieving world peace in our lifetime may seem like a pipe dream, but it is a noble goal to strive for.
• I used to think becoming a famous singer was just a pipe dream, but now I'm starting to believe it could actually happen.
• Winning the lottery and never having to work again is just a pipe dream for most people.
• Her dream of living in a castle like a princess is nothing more than a pipe dream, considering she works as a waitress.

noun a job or work that is additional to one's primary job, typically taken on to earn extra income

• Many individuals engage in a side hustle to supplement their primary source of income.
• I started a side hustle selling handmade jewelry online.
• My side hustle is driving for a ride-sharing service on the weekends.
• Learning a new skill can be a great side hustle for personal growth.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun in a sentence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• Please excuse me while I go do my business in the restroom.
• Hey, I'll be right back, just need to do my business real quick.
• Gotta go do my business, be back in a jiffy.
• It's time to stop procrastinating and do your business, get to work!

noun A person who organizes and operates a business or businesses, taking on greater than normal financial risks in order to do so

• The entrepreneur was a successful -preneur who built multiple businesses from the ground up.
• My friend is a real -preneur, always coming up with new business ideas.
• I'm tired of working for someone else, I want to be my own -preneur and start my own business.
• She was a -preneur in the world of fashion, constantly innovating and creating new trends.

noun a slang term for a large amount of money, especially when obtained illegally

• The performer showcased impressive juggling skills during the circus act.
• I saw a street performer jugg some tennis balls while balancing on a unicycle.
• I can't believe he's able to jugg so many objects at once!
• She always seems to jugg multiple responsibilities effortlessly.