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UK//aɪ ɜːnd ðɪs//US//aɪ ɜrnd ðɪs//

Meaning of I earned this

I obtained something through my effort or work.

In simple words: I worked for this and deserve it.

I earned this in a sentence

  • After weeks of hard work, I earned this.
  • Winning the award felt great because I earned this.
  • You can't take it from me; I earned this.
  • I worked endless hours, so I definitely earned this.

How to use I earned this

Use when explaining that something was achieved through one's efforts. Appropriate in everyday conversation, but may sound overly informal in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Picture a trophy on a shelf with a label 'I earned this'.

Related words

Collocations with I earned this

  • I earned this award
  • I earned this recognition
  • I earned this money
  • I earned this respect
  • I earned this position

Synonyms for I earned this

  • I achieved this
  • I deserved this
  • I worked for this
  • I gained this
  • I obtained this

Common mistakes with I earned this

  • Confused with 'I earned this' vs 'I deserve this'.
  • 'Earned' misused in passive constructions.
  • Overusing in formal contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about I earned this

What does I earned this mean?

I worked for this and deserve it.

What is the definition of I earned this?

I obtained something through my effort or work.

How do you use I earned this in a sentence?

After weeks of hard work, I earned this.

Can you give another example of I earned this?

Winning the award felt great because I earned this.

What are synonyms for I earned this?

Common alternatives include I achieved this, I deserved this, I worked for this, I gained this, I obtained this.

What words go with I earned this?

It commonly pairs with I earned this award, I earned this recognition, I earned this money, I earned this respect, I earned this position.

What are common mistakes when using I earned this?

Confused with 'I earned this' vs 'I deserve this'. 'Earned' misused in passive constructions. Overusing in formal contexts.

How do you pronounce I earned this?

US: //aɪ ɜrnd ðɪs//, UK: //aɪ ɜːnd ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I earned this?

Use when explaining that something was achieved through one's efforts. Appropriate in everyday conversation, but may sound overly informal in formal writing.