Ganar
Example: Quiero ganar la carrera para sentirme feliz.
Definition
"Ganar" means to achieve victory or success in a competition, contest, or struggle, such as winning a race or earning a prize. It implies obtaining a favorable result or benefit through effort or skill.
Etymology
The Spanish verb "ganar" comes from the Latin word "ganare," which is related to the Old Frankish term for acquiring or gaining. Over time, it evolved to mean winning or earning, reflecting the idea of obtaining something valuable through effort.
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"Ganar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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