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A large, neat stack of shiny gold coins resting on a wooden surface, representing a financial surplus.

ganancias

gah-NAHN-see-ahs

nounfB1
profits?money left over after expenses,earnings?income, salary, or total money made
Also:gains?general positive outcome or benefit,revenue?business income (sometimes used loosely)

📝 In Action

Las ganancias de la empresa superaron las expectativas este trimestre.

B2

The company's profits exceeded expectations this quarter.

¿Cuáles son tus ganancias mensuales después de impuestos?

B1

What are your monthly earnings after taxes?

La venta de la casa generó unas ganancias inesperadas.

B1

The sale of the house generated some unexpected gains (or profits).

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • beneficios (benefits, profits)
  • réditos (returns, yields)

Antonyms

  • pérdidas (losses)
  • gastos (expenses)

Common Collocations

  • ganancias netas – net profits
  • maximizar ganancias – to maximize profits

💡 Grammar Points

Always Plural

This word is almost always used in the plural form, 'ganancias,' even when referring to a single total amount of money. You must use the feminine plural article 'las' with it.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using the Singular

Mistake: "La ganancia fue alta. (Incorrect for general profit/earnings)"

Correction: Las ganancias fueron altas. (Correct) — Use the plural form ('ganancias') when talking about overall money earned.

⭐ Usage Tips

Context is Key

In a business setting, 'ganancias' specifically means 'profits' (money left after paying costs). In a personal context, it simply means 'earnings' or 'income'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: ganancias

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'ganancias' in a financial context?

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Word Family

ganar(to earn, to win) - verb
ganador(winner) - noun
ganancia(gain, profit (singular form)) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

If 'ganancias' is plural, how do I say 'a single profit'?

While the singular form 'ganancia' exists and means 'a gain' or 'a benefit,' when talking about the total money earned from a business or investment, Spanish speakers overwhelmingly prefer the plural 'las ganancias.' Think of it as 'the total collection of gains.'