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"Attempted" is a form of "attempted", an adjective which is often translated as "intento de". "Earned" is a form of "earn", a transitive verb which is often translated as "ganar". Learn more about the difference between "attempted" and "earned" below.
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. intento de
The patient was admitted to the hospital after an attempted suicide.El paciente fue ingresado al hospital tras un intento de suicidio.
b. tentativa
Phillip was arrested for attempted murder last night.Phillip fue detenido anoche por una tentativa de asesinato.
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A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
transitive verb
a. ganar
Ann earns a lot as a manager.Ann gana bastante como gerente.
b. cobrar
How much do you earn per hour?¿Cuánto cobras por hora?
a. ganarse
He earned a decent living as a bartender.Se ganaba una buena vida como bárman.
The singer earned the audience's respect.El cantante se ganó el respeto del público.
a. obtener
In 1980, Johnson earned a master's degree in Electronics.En 1980, Johnson obtuvo un título de máster en electrónica.
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