Which term means money that you get from working?

• A. salary
• B. income
• C. earnings
• D. wage

Answer: (C)

This item tests vocabulary for money earned from work and how we describe it in everyday English. The term that best fits is earnings, because it refers to the money someone receives as a result of employment or work, without tying it to a specific pay structure. You can say “her earnings this month” or “annual earnings,” which covers money earned whether you’re paid a salary, wages, or other compensation.

Salary is a fixed, regular payment, usually monthly or yearly, and isn’t tied to hours worked. Wage describes pay based on hours worked or units produced. Income is broader and includes money from other sources like investments or gifts. So earnings is the most direct fit for money you get from working.