Adquieren (en. Acquire)
/aðˈki.eɾen/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To obtain or achieve something.
They acquire new knowledge at university.
Ellos adquieren nuevos conocimientos en la universidad.
To take or receive something that was not previously held.
My friends acquire skills through practice.
Mis amigos adquieren habilidades a través de la práctica.
To enter into something, such as a group or an activity.
The club acquires new members every year.
El club adquiere nuevos miembros cada año.
To cause a property or quality to be produced.
The book gains value over time.
El libro adquiere valor con el paso del tiempo.
Etymology
From Latin 'acquirere', which means 'to obtain, to gain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to acquire a commitment
To assume an obligation or responsibility.
adquirir un compromiso
to acquire experience
To gain knowledge or skills through practice.
adquirir experiencia
to acquire a product
To buy or obtain an asset.
adquirir un producto
Related Words
acquire
Verb that means to obtain or achieve something.
adquirir
buy
To obtain something in exchange for money.
comprar
obtain
To come to have something.
obtener
Slang Meanings
To get something quickly.
I’m going to acquire that new phone at the store.
Voy a adquirir ese nuevo teléfono en la tienda.
To achieve or gain something important.
She acquired her first job after graduating.
Ella adquirió su primer trabajo después de graduarse.