How to Say "gained" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “gained” is “ganado” — use 'ganado' when referring to something that has been won or acquired, often in a competitive context, like a game or a position..
ganado
/gah-NAH-doh//ɡaˈnaðo/
Examples
Hemos ganado el partido por dos puntos.
We have won the game by two points.
Es el dinero que has ganado con tu esfuerzo.
It is the money that you have earned with your effort.
La medalla ganada era de oro.
The medal won was gold. (Here, it acts like an adjective)
Forming Perfect Tenses
The past participle ('ganado') never changes when used with the verb 'haber' (to have) to create perfect tenses: 'Yo he ganado' (I have won), 'Ellas han ganado' (They have won).
Adjective Use
When 'ganado' is used as a standalone adjective (like 'won' or 'earned'), it MUST match the thing it describes in number and gender: 'Las batallas ganadas' (The won battles).
Changing Gender in Perfect Tenses
Mistake: “Hemos ganada la copa.”
Correction: Hemos GANADO la copa. The participle is fixed when used with 'haber', regardless of the noun's gender.
Examples
El coche ganó velocidad rápidamente en la autopista.
The car gained speed quickly on the highway.
Examples
El científico logró la aprobación para su proyecto.
The scientist obtained approval for his project.
Choosing Between 'Ganar' and 'Lograr'
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