‘赢利’ is a verb meaning 'to make a profit'—that is, to earn more money than was spent in a business activity or investment. The character 赢 (yíng) means 'to win' or 'to gain,' and 利 (lì) means 'profit' or 'advantage'; together, they convey the idea of successfully gaining financial benefit. It emphasizes the positive outcome of an economic endeavor, not just revenue but net gain after costs.

This word is commonly used in formal or written contexts—such as business reports, news articles, or financial discussions—and often appears with subjects like companies, projects, or individuals engaged in commerce. It differs from the more general term 盈利 (yíng lì), which is nearly identical in meaning but slightly more common in modern usage; 赢利 is still widely understood and used, especially in mainland China, though it carries a subtle nuance of active achievement rather than passive accrual.