No. 1,836 in French

gagnant

Winner.

In a sentence

Le gagnant de la compétition recevra un prix.
The winner of the competition will receive a prize.
In this sentence, 'gagnant' is used as a noun, referring to the person who wins a competition.
Je suis sûr que ce projet est gagnant sur tous les points.
I am certain that this project is a winner on all fronts.
Here, 'gagnant' is used as an adjective, describing the project as successful or advantageous.
Ils avancent à grands pas, tout en espérant être gagnants au final.
They are making great strides while hoping to be winners in the end.
The term 'gagnants' in this context is a nominative plural noun, signifying individuals desiring to be victorious or successful.

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