bonanza
Say it: buh-NAN-zuh /bəˈnænzə/ · noun
What “bonanza” means
A sudden chance to gain lots of money or benefits.
More precisely: A situation that creates sudden great wealth, luck or abundance.
Example: “The heatwave was a bonanza for ice-cream sellers.”
When to use it
Use it for a sudden flood of profits, opportunities or good fortune. It sounds lively, especially in news or business.
Similar words
windfall, boom, jackpot
Where it comes from
Spanish, 'fair weather, prosperity', used by miners for a rich vein of ore.
Quick check
An unexpected festival brings huge crowds to a quiet café, and its takings soar. What is this for the café?
a windfall tax or a bonanza?
Show the answer
a bonanza
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