der Gewinner
winner
A person, team, or organization that wins a competition, game, or fight.
EXAMPLE
Der Gewinner des Hauptpreises wurde aus tausenden Einsendungen gezogen.
The winner of the grand prize was drawn from thousands of entries.
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Meanings
der Gewinner
beneficiary
Someone who gains an advantage from, or benefits from, a particular situation or development.
EXAMPLE
Die Gewinner der Digitalisierung sind oft Unternehmen, die sich schnell anpassen können.
The beneficiaries of digitalization are often companies that can adapt quickly.
Usage tips
Word formation
'Gewinner' (winner) is derived directly from the verb 'gewinnen' (to win). The ending '-er' is a typical German way to indicate a male person who performs this action.
EXAMPLE
Wer gewinnt das Spiel, ist der Gewinner.
Whoever wins the game is the winner.
Sentence structure with genitive
To say what someone is the winner of, German usually uses the genitive. This is typical of formal or written language.
EXAMPLE
Der Gewinner des Wettbewerbs erhält eine Reise nach Berlin.
The winner of the competition receives a trip to Berlin.
Abstract use
In economic or political discussions, 'Gewinner' (winner/beneficiary) often refers to a person or group that benefits from a development without having taken part in a direct competition.
EXAMPLE
Die Gewinner der Krise waren Online-Händler.
The beneficiaries of the crisis were online retailers.
Compare with
Gewinner vs Sieger
winner
In a competition, Sieger and Gewinner can refer to the same person or team. Sieger emphasizes the victory over others more strongly, while Gewinner neutrally states who won. In a clear competition, both are therefore usually possible, but Sieger highlights success in the contest.
Gewinner
Nach einem engen Finale erhielt die Heimmannschaft als Gewinner den Pokal.
After a close final, the home team received the trophy as the winner.
Sieger
Nach einem engen Finale wurde die Heimmannschaft als Sieger gefeiert.
After a close final, the home team was celebrated as the winner.
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