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gain in German

gain in German is Gewinn, Ertrag, Ausbeute — gain means to get or come to have something, especially something useful or valuable.

gain in German

Gewinn
noun
The act of gaining; acquisition.
Ertrag
noun
The act of gaining; acquisition.
Ausbeute
noun
The act of gaining; acquisition.
Gewinnen
noun
The act of gaining; acquisition.
Zugewinn
noun
The act of gaining; acquisition.
Zugewinnen
noun
The act of gaining; acquisition.
Verstärkung
noun
(electronics) The factor by which a signal is multiplied.
gewinnen
verb
(transitive) To acquire possession of.

What does "gain" mean?

  1. 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."
  2. verb To increase in weight, speed, value, or some other measurable quantity.
    "The cyclist gained speed as she flew down the long hill."
  3. verb To win or come out ahead in a contest or competition.
    "Our local side gained the title after a thrilling last match."
  4. 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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Frequently asked questions

What is "gain" in German?
"gain" in German is Gewinn, Ertrag, Ausbeute. 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 German, "gain" is Gewinn, Ertrag, Ausbeute.
Are there other ways to say "gain" in German?
Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "gain": Gewinn, Ertrag, Ausbeute, Gewinnen, Zugewinn, Zugewinnen.
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