poder ganar

poder ganar(
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. to be able to win
Para poder ganar, tendrán que entrenar más duro.In order to be able to win, they'll have to train harder.
b. can win
¿Crees que puedo ganar la competencia? - Yo creo que si te lo propones, puedes ganar.Do you think I can win the competition? - I think you can win if you set out to do it.
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to be able to win
Para poder ganar ese concurso televisivo, necesitas saber mucho de historia y cultura.In order to be able to win that game show, you need to know a lot about history and culture.
b. can win
Todavía puedes ganar el partido si te concentras y te esfuerzas más.You can still win the game if you concentrate and try harder.
a. to be able to earn
Para poder ganar un sueldo así, necesitas ir a la universidad y licenciarte.To be able to earn a salary like that, you need to go to college and get a degree.
b. can earn
El trabajo es peligroso, pero puedes ganar un montón de dinero.The work is dangerous, but you can earn a lot of money.
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