gain in French
gain in French is gain, gagner — gain means to get or come to have something, especially something useful or valuable.
gain in French
gain
The act of gaining; acquisition.
gagner
(transitive) To acquire possession of.
What does "gain" mean?
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verb To get or come to have something, especially something useful or valuable.
"By volunteering at the hospital, he hopes to gain confidence and new skills."
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verb To increase in weight, speed, value, or some other measurable quantity.
"The cyclist gained speed as she flew down the long hill."
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verb To win or come out ahead in a contest or competition.
"Our local side gained the title after a thrilling last match."
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noun An increase, improvement, or something acquired as a benefit.
"Learning to cook was a real gain for the whole family."
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gain in a sentence
- By volunteering at the hospital, he hopes to gain confidence and new skills.
- She gained a lot of experience working abroad.
- The cyclist gained speed as she flew down the long hill.
- The plane began to gain altitude.
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What is "gain" in French?
"gain" in French is gain, gagner. gain means: To get or come to have something, especially something useful or valuable.
How do you use "gain" in a sentence?
Example: "By volunteering at the hospital, he hopes to gain confidence and new skills." In French, "gain" is gain, gagner.
Are there other ways to say "gain" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "gain": gain, gagner.
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