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How to Say "profits" in Spanish

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beneficios

beh-neh-FEE-see-ohs/be.neˈfi.sjos/

nounB1general
Use 'beneficios' when referring to the overall financial earnings or positive outcomes of a company, especially when distributed to stakeholders.
A tall, neat stack of shiny gold coins piled on a simple surface, representing financial earnings.

Examples

La compañía distribuyó los beneficios entre sus accionistas.

The company distributed the profits among its shareholders.

Esperamos ver un aumento en los beneficios para fin de año.

We hope to see an increase in earnings by the end of the year.

Financial Context

When talking about money and business, 'beneficios' almost always means the money left over after all costs are covered.

ganancias

/gah-NAHN-see-ahs//ɡaˈnan.sjas/

nounB1general
Use 'ganancias' specifically for the net amount of money a business makes after all costs and expenses have been deducted.
A large, neat stack of shiny gold coins resting on a wooden surface, representing a financial surplus.

Examples

Las ganancias de la empresa superaron las expectativas este trimestre.

The company's profits exceeded expectations this quarter.

¿Cuáles son tus ganancias mensuales después de impuestos?

What are your monthly earnings after taxes?

La venta de la casa generó unas ganancias inesperadas.

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

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.

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.

Beneficios vs. Ganancias

Learners often confuse 'beneficios' and 'ganancias' because both translate to 'profits.' Remember that 'ganancias' is more precise for money left over after expenses, while 'beneficios' can also imply broader positive outcomes or distributions.

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