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    Gagna (en. Won)

    /ɡaɲa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To obtain through effort or play.
    He won the match with flying colors.
    Il a gagné le match avec brio.
    To receive money, a prize, or a benefit.
    She won 100 euros in the lottery.
    Elle a gagné 100 euros à la loterie.
    To acquire a position or status.
    He is gaining popularity thanks to his online videos.
    Il gagne en popularité grâce à ses vidéos en ligne.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to win', which comes from the Latin 'vincere' meaning to conquer.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to earn a living
    working to obtain an income.
    gagner sa vie
    to save time
    being efficient to avoid wasting time.
    gagner du temps
    to gain experience
    acquiring skills and knowledge through practice.
    gagner en expérience

    Related Words

    winner (masculine)
    Someone who wins something.
    gagnant
    winner (feminine)
    Someone who wins something (feminine).
    gagnante
    to win
    The action of obtaining something through effort.
    gagner

    Slang Meanings

    To win easily or unexpectedly.
    He hit the jackpot; it was truly a stroke of luck.
    Il a gagné le jackpot, c'était vraiment un coup de chance.
    To achieve a major success.
    She won her battle against the illness; it's amazing.
    Elle a gagné son combat contre la maladie, c'est incroyable.