Meaning of the word "Earn a fortune" in English

What does "Earn a fortune" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Earn a fortune

US /ɜrn ə ˈfɔr.tʃuːn/
UK /ɜːn ə ˈfɔː.tʃuːn/

Phrase

to earn a very large amount of money

Example:
He managed to earn a fortune in the stock market.
With her new business, she hopes to earn a fortune.