Adquirido (en. Acquired)

/adkiˈɾiðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A thing that has been obtained.
The acquired is a good that was purchased.
El adquirido es un bien que fue comprado.
Knowledge or skill that has been gained.
The acquired language was very helpful on the trip.
El idioma adquirido me fue muy útil en el viaje.
adjective
That has been acquired.
The knowledge acquired in the course is fundamental.
Los conocimientos adquiridos en el curso son fundamentales.

Etymology

Comes from the verb acquire, which originates from the Latin 'acquirere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

acquired by force
Obtained without consent or through coercion.
adquirido a la fuerza
acquired wisdom
Knowledge or experiences accumulated over time.
sabiduría adquirida

Related Words

acquire
To obtain or achieve something.
adquirir
get
To achieve or obtain something.
conseguir

Slang Meanings

Said of something that is had by one's own merits.
That degree is an acquired one through personal effort.
Ese título es un adquirido por esfuerzo propio.
Referring to skills or knowledge that have been earned.
It is an acquired one thanks to years of study.
Es un adquirido gracias a años de estudio.