Gagnant (en. Winner)

/ɡa.ɲɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
One who wins a competition.
The winner of the tournament received a trophy.
Le gagnant du tournoi a reçu un trophée.
One who succeeds in a bet or investment.
He is a winner in the stock market.
C'est un gagnant sur le marché boursier.
A person who benefits from a favorable situation.
She became the winner of this lucrative deal.
Elle est devenue la gagnante de cette affaire lucrative.

Etymology

From the verb 'gagner', derived from the Latin 'capere' meaning to capture or obtain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

win-win
A situation where both parties benefit.
gagnant-gagnant
to be a winner
To feel victorious or successful.
être un gagnant
to create a winner
To help someone succeed.
faire un gagnant

Related Words

to win
Obtaining something through effort or luck.
gagner
victory
Success in a competition.
victoire
success
Achievement of a desired goal.
succès

Slang Meanings

Lottery winner.
He became a true winner after winning the EuroMillions.
Il est devenu un vrai gagnant après avoir gagné à l'EuroMillions.
Poker winner.
He plays for fun, but sometimes he is the winner of the night.
Il joue pour s'amuser, mais parfois il est le gagnant de la nuit.