Gain
Noun, Verb
UK
/ɡeɪn/
US
/ɡeɪn/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
(v) : To get, achieve, or increase something.
(n) : Something obtained or the advantage received.
(n) : Something obtained or the advantage received.
Example
"(v) : She gained weight after winter."
"(v) : By practicing every day, he gained confidence and improved his skills."
"(n) : The gain from giving charity to needy people gave him peace."
Explanation
Gain means to get or obtain something useful or valuable, like money, weight, knowledge, or success. For example, he gained experience by working at the company. As a noun, it means the benefit or increase someone gets. For example, the gain from studying hard is more knowledge and confidence. Gain can be physical, like weight, or abstract, like confidence or skills. People often talk about gain in business, health, or personal growth.