ganancia
“ganancia” means “profit” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
profit
Also: earnings, gain
📝 In Action
La empresa tuvo una ganancia neta muy alta este año.
B1The company had a very high net profit this year.
Calculamos las ganancias después de pagar todos los impuestos.
B2We calculate the earnings after paying all the taxes.
No todo es ganancia en este negocio; hay muchos gastos.
B1Not everything is profit in this business; there are many expenses.
advantage
Also: benefit
📝 In Action
¿Qué ganancia sacas tú de todo este conflicto?
B2What advantage do you get out of all this conflict?
Su amistad ha sido una gran ganancia para mi vida.
C1Their friendship has been a great gain for my life.
No veo ninguna ganancia en discutir con él.
B2I don't see any benefit in arguing with him.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: ganancia
Question 1 of 3
If a shopkeeper sells an item for more than they paid for it, that extra money is called:
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the verb 'ganar' (to win/earn). This verb likely comes from the Gothic word 'ganan', which meant to covet or long for, or perhaps from Germanic roots related to harvesting or hunting.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'ganancia' only about money?
Mostly, yes. It usually refers to financial profit. However, it can also be used figuratively to mean 'advantage' or 'benefit' gained from a situation.
Should I use 'ganancia' or 'beneficio'?
In business, both work. In daily life, 'beneficio' is broader (like health benefits), while 'ganancia' is strictly about what you 'earned' or 'gained' back.
What is the opposite of 'ganancia'?
The most direct opposite is 'pérdida' (loss).