earn

US /ɝːn/

UK /ɝːn/

gagner

obtain (money) in return for labor or services.

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She works hard to earn a living.

Elle travaille dur pour gagner sa vie.

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He hopes to earn a good salary in his new job.

Il espère gagner un bon salaire dans son nouveau poste.

mériter, gagner

deserve or be entitled to (something) as a result of one's behavior or achievements.

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His bravery earned him a medal.

Sa bravoure lui a valu une médaille.

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You've earned my respect.

Tu as gagné mon respect.