Adquisición (en. Acquisition)
/ad.kwi.siˈθjon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Process of obtaining a good or right.
The acquisition of the company was a big project.
La adquisición de la empresa fue un gran proyecto.
Purchase or obtaining of something.
Acquiring a new car is a big step.
La adquisición de un coche nuevo es un gran paso.
Assimilation of knowledge or skills.
His acquisition of foreign languages was impressive.
Su adquisición de lenguas extranjeras fue impresionante.
Etymology
From Latin acquisitio, -onis.
Common Phrases and Expressions
acquisition of goods
Purchase of assets, especially in a business context.
adquisición de bienes
talent acquisition
Process of finding and hiring the right people for a job.
adquisición de talento
strategic acquisition
Purchase of a company to improve competitiveness in the market.
adquisición estratégica
Related Words
acquire
Obtaining something through effort or purchase.
adquirir
asset
A good that has value and can be bought, sold, or used to generate income.
activo
purchase
Action of acquiring something through the exchange of money.
compra
Slang Meanings
Quick purchase
I made a quick acquisition of a new phone.
Hice una adquisición rápida de un nuevo teléfono.
Bargain hunting
His acquisition in the market was a bargain hunt.
Su adquisición en el mercado fue una caza de gangas.