* νικάω (nikáō): This is the most common verb meaning "to win," "to conquer," or "to be victorious," often in a contest or battle.
* κερδαίνω (kerdainō): This means "to gain," "to win," or "to profit," often referring to material gain or advantage.
* κερδίζω (kerdízō): Similar to κερδαίνω, but often implies winning something through skill or effort.
The appropriate word depends on the context. For example:
* Winning a race: νικάω
* Winning a lottery: κερδαίνω
* Winning an argument: νικάω or potentially κερδίζω
Therefore, there's no single perfect translation; you need to consider the *type* of winning.