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earn in French

earn in French is gagner, mériter — earn means to receive money in return for work done.

earn in French

gagner
verb
(transitive) To receive payment for work or for a role or position held (regardless of whether effort was applied or whether the remuneration is deserved or commensurate).
mériter
verb
(transitive) To receive payment for work or for a role or position held (regardless of whether effort was applied or whether the remuneration is deserved or commensurate).
gagner
verb
(intransitive) To receive payment for work.

What does "earn" mean?

  1. verb To receive money in return for work done.
    "She earns a good salary as a software engineer."
  2. verb To gain something, such as respect or a reputation, through effort or merit.
    "He earned the team's trust after years of reliable work."

earn in a sentence

  • She earns a good salary as a software engineer.
  • He earned the team's trust after years of reliable work.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "earn" in French?

"earn" in French is gagner, mériter. earn means: To receive money in return for work done.

How do you use "earn" in a sentence?

Example: "She earns a good salary as a software engineer." In French, "earn" is gagner, mériter.

Are there other ways to say "earn" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "earn": gagner, mériter.

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