Adquisición (en. Acquisition)

/ad.kwi.ziˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Obtaining something, especially through purchase.
The acquisition of new technology will improve our production.
La adquisición de la nueva tecnología mejorará nuestra producción.
Process of learning or acquiring knowledge.
Acquiring a new language can be challenging.
La adquisición de un nuevo idioma puede ser desafiante.
Set of goods acquired.
The acquisition of properties was a success for the company.
La adquisición de propiedades fue un éxito para la empresa.

Etymology

From Latin 'acquisitio', meaning 'the act of acquiring'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

acquisition of goods
Purchase or acquisition of properties or merchandise.
adquisición de bienes
acquisition deed
Document certifying the purchase of an asset.
acta de adquisición
acquisition of knowledge
Process by which one learns or obtains skills.
adquisición de conocimientos

Related Words

acquire
Obtaining something through effort or exchange.
adquirir
purchase
Action of obtaining something by making a payment.
compra
possession
The act of having something in ownership.
posesión

Slang Meanings

Unproductive purchase.
That was a useless acquisition that just took up space.
Esa fue una adquisición inútil que solo ocupó espacio.
Bargain hunting.
She is an expert in acquisitions, always finding the best deals.
Ella es una experta en adquisiciones, siempre encuentra las mejores ofertas.