gane
“gane” means “(that) I win/earn” in Spanish (Present Subjunctive (Yo)).
(that) I win/earn, (that) he/she/it wins/earns, Win! / Earn!
Also: (that) you win/earn, gain
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Espero que mi equipo gane el campeonato.
A2I hope that my team wins the championship.
Quiero que usted gane un buen salario en su nuevo trabajo.
B1I want you (formal) to earn a good salary in your new job.
Si no hay dudas, gane la carrera con confianza.
B1If there are no doubts, win the race with confidence. (Formal command)
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Which sentence correctly uses 'gane' as a formal command?
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The verb 'ganar' comes from ancient Germanic roots related to the Gothic word *waidanjan*, meaning 'to pasture' or 'to forage.' Over time, this concept of hunting or foraging for food evolved into the broader meaning of 'acquiring' or 'earning' something of value.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (c. 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'gane' look different from the 'yo' form 'gano'?
'Gane' is the subjunctive form, which is used for wishes, doubts, and emotions. Spanish changes the vowel of the verb root here (from 'a' to 'e') to signal that the action is uncertain or desired, not a definite fact.
Does 'gane' mean 'win' or 'earn'?
It means both! The root verb 'ganar' covers both 'to win' (a game) and 'to earn' (money). The context of the sentence tells you which meaning is intended.