Obtén (en. Get)

/obˈten/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To take something out of a place or situation.
Get the information we need for the project.
Obtén la información que necesitamos para el proyecto.
To acquire or obtain something.
If you work hard, you will achieve good results.
Si trabajas duro, obtendrás buenos resultados.
To achieve something through effort or merit.
Obtain your diploma with effort and dedication.
Obtén tu diploma con esfuerzo y dedicación.

Etymology

From the Latin 'obtinere', which means to maintain or possess.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Get the most out of it
Make the most of a situation or resource.
obtén el máximo provecho
Get what you deserve
Get what is fair or deserved for you.
obtén lo que mereces
You get nothing without effort
It is necessary to work to achieve something.
no obtienes nada sin esfuerzo

Related Words

Obtain
Verb that means to actively acquire something.
obtener
Obtainable
Quality of what can be obtained.
obtenible
Obtained
What has been achieved or acquired.
obtenido

Slang Meanings

Get what you want.
You're going to the party tonight, so get what you want.
Vas a la fiesta esta noche, así que obtén lo que quieras.
Seize the opportunity.
That contest is amazing, get what you can.
Ese concurso es increíble, obtén lo que puedas.