意义相近的词辨析：gain和earn

gain和earn这两个动词的一般含义是“得到”.
△ gain：有obtain的含义,但更强调目的物需要努力奋斗才能得到,而且这种东西具有价值,特别是物质价值.
1.During that time,she so gained my aunt’s confidence that she was put in charge of the domestic staff.在这期间,她得到了我姑姑如此的信任,结果被委任为家仆的负责人.
2.A penny saved is a penny gained.省一文是一文.(谚语)
△ earn：包含着获得物与所花的气力是相互成比例的.
1.His achievements earned him respect and admiration.他的成就为他赢得别人的尊敬和赞美.
2.Some of them have come home for a few day’s hard-earned leave.他们中的有些人已经回国,度过那得之不易的几天假日.