gewinnen
win
Etwas erreichen, das man sich gewünscht hat, zum Beispiel bei einem Spiel oder Wettbewerb besser sein als die anderen.
The German word "gewinnen" is a verb that means "to win", "to gain", or "to earn".
- It is not a compound, so no smaller word meanings to break down here.
Similar words include:
- "siegen" (to be victorious, often in a competition or battle),
- "erlangen" (to attain or achieve),
- "erwerben" (to acquire).
Differences:
- "gewinnen" is general for gaining or winning something, either a prize, an advantage, or resource.
- "siegen" specifically implies victory in a contest or fight.
- "erlangen" focuses on the process of attaining something after effort.
- "erwerben" usually relates to acquiring facts, skills, or possessions.
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Examples
Wir hoffen, beim nächsten Mal zu gewinnen.verb
We hope to win next time.
Das Team möchte das Spiel gewinnen.verb
The team wants to win the game.
Sie gewinnen oft beim Wettbewerb.verb
They often win in the competition.
Wir hoffen, das Spiel zu gewinnen.verb
We hope to win the game.
Sie hoffen, zu gewinnen.verb
They hope to win.
Wir gewinnen das Spiel.verb
We win the game.
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