Spanish Word · Intermediate
ganar
to defeat, to beat
Pronunciation: /ɡaˈnaɾ/
Meaning
to defeat, to beat
Example
La gata se ganó al lado de la chimenea.
The cat sat down beside the fireplace.
Practice tips
- Practice ganar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.