Ganó (en. Won)
/ɡaˈno/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Achieve a benefit, success, or victory in something.
He won the soccer match.
Ganó el partido de fútbol.
Receive money or rewards through effort or work.
He earned a lot of money with his new business.
Ganó mucho dinero con su nuevo negocio.
Overcome an opponent in a competition.
He won the bicycle race.
Ganó la carrera de bicicletas.
Etymology
From Latin 'ganare', which means to obtain or acquire.
Common Phrases and Expressions
He earned respect
Obtained the admiration or consideration of others.
Ganó el respeto
He no longer won more
Indicative that he/she no longer receives additional benefits or income.
Ya no ganó más
Gained ground
Increased his/her influence in a specific area.
Ganó terreno
Related Words
to win
Achieve a benefit or success.
ganar
profit
Benefit obtained from an investment or work.
ganancia
earns
Form of the present of obtaining something.
gana
Slang Meanings
Earning a living
I worked hard to earn my bread.
Trabajé duro para ganarme el pan.
Make a living
She makes a living as an artist.
Ella gana la vida siendo artista.