ganancias
/ɡananθjas/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'proceeds' is translated into Spanish as ganancias.
The term is used to describe revenue. While it can translate to 'proceeds' in a general sense, it specifically carries the connotation of 'profits' (the surplus remaining after expenses).
Meaning: revenue (noun)
Which one should you use?
In a general sense, ganancias is used for 'proceeds', but it is more closely linked to the concept of 'profits'. Another formal term available to express 'proceeds' is ingresos.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form ganancia can be used to refer to a single instance of profit or a specific gain.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡananθjas/
Did you know?
- In a legal or formal context, the term gananciales is used to describe the assets and 'proceeds' acquired by a married couple during their marriage.
- While ganancias refers to profits, the word ganancia shares its root with the verb ganar, which is the standard way to say 'to win' a game or 'to earn' a salary.
- In many Latin American countries, if you want to talk about the 'proceeds' or 'revenue' of a company without implying profit, you would use ingresos, which literally means 'entries' or 'incomings'.
Examples in context
- El nuevo proyecto generó altos ingresos para la empresa.Here, it mentions that the new project generated high proceeds for the company.
- Las ganancias del concierto fueron destinadas a obras benéficas.In this example, it mentions that the proceeds from the concert were allocated for charitable works.
- Las ganancias de la venta se donarán.The proceeds from the sale will be donated.
- Usaremos las ganancias para el nuevo proyecto.We will use the proceeds for the new project.
- Las ganancias totales superaron las expectativas.The total proceeds exceeded expectations.
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are discussing the results of a charity event.
- Alejandro¿Sabes cuánto dinero recaudamos?Do you know how much money we raised?
- MaríaSí, las ganancias fueron muy altas.Yes, the proceeds were very high.
- AlejandroQué bueno, María, me alegra mucho.That's great, María, I'm very happy.
- MaríaGracias, Alejandro, fue un gran éxito.Thanks, Alejandro, it was a great success.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry ganancias, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
