earns
word · lemma: earn
Definition
To receive money or another reward for work that you do or because you deserve it. Also used for gaining respect, trust, or a particular result.
Usage & Nuances
'Earns' is the third person singular form of 'earn'. Common phrases: 'earns a living', 'earns respect', 'earns a reputation'. Used for both money and non-material things. Do not confuse with 'win' (lucky competition) or 'gain' (broader, often gradual).
Spanish: ganaPortuguese (BR): ganhaPortuguese (PT): ganhaChinese (Simplified): 赚Chinese (Traditional): 賺Hindi: कमाता हैArabic: يكسبBengali: উপার্জন করেRussian: зарабатывает - заслуживаетJapanese: 稼ぐ - 得る（信頼・尊敬など）Vietnamese: kiếm được - nhận được (danh tiếng, sự tôn trọng)Korean: 번다 - 얻는다 (존경, 신뢰 등)Turkish: kazanır - hak ederUrdu: کماتا ہے - حاصل کرتا ہےIndonesian: menghasilkan - memperoleh (penghormatan, kepercayaan)
Example Sentences
She earns $50,000 a year.
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He earns people's trust by always being honest.
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The company earns most of its profit from online sales.
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He earns money by tutoring students.
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My mother earns respect from everyone.
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She earns a living as an artist in the city.
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