a. gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action
a. 挣得的
1. She earned a promotion after working hard for many years.
她在努力工作多年后获得了晋升。
2. He earned enough money to buy a new car.
他赚了足够的钱来买一辆新车。
3. They earned their degree after studying at university for four years.
他们在大学学习了四年后获得了学位。