Obtuvieron (en. Obtained)

/obˈtiβeɾon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
They achieved something through effort or a process.
They obtained the exam results very soon.
Ellos obtuvieron los resultados del examen muy pronto.
They achieved a goal or target.
The students obtained a scholarship to study abroad.
Los estudiantes obtuvieron una beca para estudiar en el extranjero.
They received something they expected or needed.
Finally, they obtained the information they were looking for.
Finalmente, obtuvieron la información que buscaban.

Etymology

From the verb 'obtain', which comes from the Latin 'obtinere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

obtain results
To get information or assessment about something.
obtener resultados
gain advantage
To achieve a benefit over others.
obtener ventaja
obtain an opportunity
Gaining the possibility of doing something.
obtener una oportunidad

Related Words

obtain
Direct consequence of obtaining something.
obtener
obtaining
The act of getting or acquiring something.
obtención
obtainable
That can be obtained.
obtenible

Slang Meanings

To get something informally or quickly.
I managed to get that ticket for the concert last night.
Logré obtener esa entrada para el concierto anoche.
To gain an experience or benefit through an easy method.
They got their place at the party without paying entry.
Obtuvieron su lugar en la fiesta sin pagar entrada.