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    Gagnèrent (en. Won)

    /ɡaɲɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Form of the verb 'gagner' in the third person plural in the simple past tense.
    They won the match thanks to their determination.
    Ils gagnèrent le match grâce à leur détermination.
    To obtain an advantage or a victory.
    The players gained too much consideration with their performance.
    Les joueurs gagnèrent trop de considérations avec leur performance.
    To receive a benefit or a gain.
    They won a significant amount of money in the lottery.
    Ils gagnèrent une somme d'argent importante à la loterie.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'gagner', derived from old French 'gagner' which means to obtain.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to buy time
    Use a means to avoid wasting time.
    gagner du temps
    to earn a living
    To earn money to meet one’s needs.
    gagner sa vie
    to gain ground
    To acquire a better position or influence.
    gagner du terrain

    Related Words

    to win
    To obtain something through effort or luck.
    gagner
    winner
    A person who has won something.
    gagnant
    wins
    Result of an act of winning.
    gagne

    Slang Meanings

    To win easily
    They won the tournament as if it were a simple game.
    Ils ont gagné le tournois comme si c'était un simple jeu.
    To make profits
    They earn their living by selling products online.
    Ils gagnent leur vie en vendant des produits en ligne.