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    Obtenir (en. Get)

    /ɔb. te. nir/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To acquire or procure something.
    He succeeded in obtaining his diploma.
    Il a réussi à obtenir son diplôme.
    To receive a result or reaction.
    She hopes to obtain a response quickly.
    Elle espère obtenir une réponse rapidement.
    To ensure that something is given or granted.
    They need to obtain authorization to build.
    Ils ont besoin d'obtenir une autorisation pour construire.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'obtinere', which means to hold against or keep.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to obtain results
    To succeed in having visible effects or consequences.
    obtenir des résultats
    to obtain a promotion
    To receive a job or rank elevation in a job.
    obtenir une promotion
    to obtain an appointment
    To arrange to see someone at a certain time.
    obtenir un rendez-vous

    Related Words

    obtaining
    The action of obtaining something.
    obtention
    obtained
    Past participle of the verb obtain.
    obtenu
    obtainable
    That can be obtained.
    obtenable

    Slang Meanings

    To snag
    He snagged a good deal thanks to his contacts.
    Il a chopé un bon deal grâce à ses contacts.
    To score
    He scored a helping hand for his project.
    Il a gratté un coup de main pour son projet.