Consiguieron (en. They got)
/konsiɡjeɾon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To be successful in reaching or obtaining something.
They managed to complete the project on time.
Consiguieron completar el proyecto a tiempo.
To make something happen.
They got the authorities to take action.
Consiguieron que las autoridades tomaran medidas.
To achieve the acquisition of something.
They got a good deal in the market.
Consiguieron una buena oferta en el mercado.
Etymology
From the verb conseguir, which comes from the Latin 'consequi'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
they got the job
It refers to having obtained a job position.
consiguieron el trabajo
they didn’t get anything
It expresses the fact that no objective was achieved.
no consiguieron nada
they managed to make history
It means they achieved a significant event.
consiguieron hacer historia
Related Words
to achieve
To achieve or obtain something.
conseguir
to obtain
To capture something desired.
obtener
to attain
To reach or carry out something.
lograr
Slang Meanings
They unexpectedly achieved something.
At the party, they made a great connection for their band.
En la fiesta, consiguieron una conexión genial para su banda.
To obtain important information or a contact.
They got a rumor about the boss that could be useful.
Consiguieron un chisme sobre el jefe que podría ser útil.