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gewinnen

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receive
get
obtain
acquire
extract
derive
win over
charm
captivate
be victorious
secure (for oneself)
win
gain
mine
produce
triumph
book

Definition of "gewinnen" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "gewinnen" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.
#1

In einem Wettbewerb, Spiel oder Kampf der Bessere oder Glücklichere sein und einen Preis oder Sieg erhalten.

DE: Ich will dieses Spiel gewinnen.

A1
EN: “I want to win this game.

DE: Unsere Mannschaft hat gestern das Fußballspiel gewonnen.

A2
EN: “Our team won the soccer game yesterday.

DE: Sie hat eine Medaille bei den Olympischen Spielen gewonnen.

B1
EN: “She won a medal at the Olympic Games.
#2

Etwas (oft Abstraktes wie Zeit, Erfahrung, Einfluss) durch Anstrengung oder Entwicklung erlangen oder vermehren.

DE: Wir müssen Zeit gewinnen.

A1
EN: “We have to gain time.

DE: Durch das Praktikum konnte ich neue Freunde gewinnen.

A2
EN: “Through the internship, I was able to make new friends.

DE: Mit diesem Projekt hoffen wir, neue Kunden für uns zu gewinnen.

B1
EN: “With this project, we hope to win over new customers.
#3

Einen Rohstoff oder ein Produkt aus einer Quelle fördern, herstellen oder ableiten.

DE: Man kann Salz aus dem Meer gewinnen.

A1
EN: “One can get salt from the sea.

DE: Wie wird Strom aus Wind gewonnen?

A2
EN: “How is electricity generated from wind?

DE: In dieser Region wird seit Jahrhunderten Kohle gewonnen.

B1
EN: “Coal has been mined in this region for centuries.

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