earned
word · lemma: earn
/ˈɝnd/
urnd
/ˈɜːnd/
urnd
Definition
Past form of 'earn'. It means received money for work, or got something because your actions, effort, or behavior deserved it.
Usage & Nuances
Often used with money: 'earned $50'. Also common for results or respect: 'earned a promotion', 'earned their trust'. 'Win' means get something in a competition or by luck; 'earn' suggests effort or merit.
Spanish: ganado - obtenidoPortuguese (BR): ganho - conquistadoPortuguese (PT): ganho - conquistadoChinese (Simplified): 赚得的 - 获得的Chinese (Traditional): 賺得的 - 獲得的Hindi: कमाया हुआ - अर्जित किया हुआArabic: مكتسب - حاصل عليهBengali: উপার্জন করেছেন - অর্জন করেছেনRussian: заработал - заслужилJapanese: 稼いだ - 得たVietnamese: kiếm được - đạt đượcKorean: 벌었다 - 얻었다Turkish: kazandı - hak ettiUrdu: کمایا - حاصل کیاIndonesian: menghasilkan - memperoleh
Example Sentences
She earned enough money to buy a new phone.
basic
He earned a prize for his school project.
basic
You earned a good grade because you studied hard.
basic
After years of hard work, she finally earned their respect.
natural
I really earned that weekend off after this crazy week.
natural
He earned a reputation for always getting things done.
natural