gewinnbringend
profitable
In such a way that it yields a financial gain or profit.
EXAMPLE
Er hat sein Geld sehr gewinnbringend in Immobilien investiert.
He invested his money very profitably in real estate.
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Meanings
gewinnbringend
beneficial
In a figurative sense: in such a way that it brings personal benefit or advantage; enriching.
EXAMPLE
Der Austausch mit den Kollegen aus der anderen Abteilung war für alle sehr gewinnbringend.
The exchange with colleagues from the other department was very beneficial for everyone.
Usage tips
Word structure
The word is made up of 'der Gewinn' (profit/gain) and 'bringend' (from the verb 'bringen' (to bring)). So it literally means 'something that brings profit'.
EXAMPLE
Der Verkauf des alten Autos war nicht besonders gewinnbringend.
The sale of the old car was not especially profitable.
Context clue
The context makes the difference: if it is about money, stocks, or business, the financial meaning is intended. If people are talking about experiences, discussions, or reading, the personal benefit is meant.
EXAMPLE
Er sucht nach einer gewinnbringenden Geldanlage.
He is looking for a profitable investment.
Typical collocations
In the financial sense, 'gewinnbringend' (profitable) is often used with verbs such as 'anlegen' (to invest), 'investieren' (to invest), or 'verkaufen' (to sell).
EXAMPLE
Sie hofft, ihre Aktien gewinnbringend zu verkaufen.
She hopes to sell her stocks profitably.
Figurative meaning
In the figurative sense, the word describes an enriching experience. Typical nouns here are 'Erfahrung' (experience), 'Gespräch' (conversation), 'Zusammenarbeit' (collaboration), or 'Lektüre' (reading).
EXAMPLE
Die Lektüre dieses Buches war für mich sehr gewinnbringend.
Reading this book was very beneficial for me.
Compare with
gewinnbringend vs vorteilhaft
advantageous / flattering
Vorteilhaft and gewinnbringend can both describe a decision or agreement positively. Vorteilhaft mainly describes a situation as favorable, while gewinnbringend places greater emphasis on it actively providing a benefit or personal advantage. Choose vorteilhaft for the favorable situation and gewinnbringend for the benefit gained.
gewinnbringend
Die Vereinbarung war für beide Seiten gewinnbringend, weil sie ihnen neue Erfahrungen brachte.
The agreement was beneficial for both sides because it gave them new experiences.
vorteilhaft
Die Vereinbarung ist für beide Seiten vorteilhaft, weil sie flexible Arbeitszeiten ermöglicht.
The agreement is advantageous for both sides because it allows flexible working hours.
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