bonanza
Translation
bonanza, windfall, goldmine, jackpot
Examples
The new oil discovery was a bonanza for the town.
The new oil discovery was a bonanza for the town.
This year's sales were a bonanza for the company.
This year's sales were a bonanza for the company.
Grammar Patterns
a bonanza for ((sb./sth.)) a source of sudden wealth for (sb./sth.) The new software was a bonanza for the company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: windfall, goldmine, jackpot
Etymology
From Spanish 'bonanza' meaning 'fair weather at sea', from Latin 'bonus' (good).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'banana bonanza' – a huge, unexpected supply of bananas, representing sudden wealth.