gewonnen

This is the 670th most frequent Dutch word.


gewonnen

"Gewonnen" means "won" (as in achieved victory or gained something).


Here, 'gewonnen' is the past participle of the verb 'winnen', used to describe the action of victory.

Ik heb de wedstrijd gewonnen.

I have won the match.


In this context, 'gewonnen' describes something being metaphorically 'won' or gained.

De aandacht van het publiek is gewonnen door de spreker.

The attention of the audience was captured by the speaker.


Here, 'gewonnen' relates to referring to something that was acquired or secured, often as a result of competition or effort.

Het gewonnen geld zal gebruikt worden voor een goed doel.

The prize money will be used for a good cause.