Cool MateMeaning of Acquire
to gain something by your own efforts, ability or behaviour
In simple words: To get or obtain something.
Acquire in a sentence
- I need to acquire new skills to advance in my career.
- The company plans to acquire a smaller firm to expand its market reach.
- He managed to acquire a taste for exotic foods during his travels.
- Students will acquire knowledge through hands-on experience.
- The museum aims to acquire new artworks for its collection.
How to use Acquire
Commonly used in formal and neutral contexts. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing everyday acquisitions. Often used in business or academic settings.
Grammar pattern
acquire + object
Memory hint
Think of 'acquire' as 'aquire' something you need; imagine a treasure chest being opened.
Related words
Collocations with Acquire
- acquire knowledge
- acquire skills
- acquire a taste
- acquire property
- acquire assets
Common mistakes with Acquire
- Confused with 'inquire' which means to ask.
- Misused in passive forms, forgetting to add the object.
- Using it as a noun instead of a verb.
Acquire appears in
Acquire in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
اكتساب
للحصول على شيء أو الحصول عليه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অর্জন করা
কিছু পাওয়া বা অর্জন করা।
- GermanDeutsch
erwerben, aneignen, beschaffen
Etwas bekommen oder erhalten.
- SpanishEspañol
Adquirir
Conseguir u obtener algo.
- Persianفارسی
به دست آوردن، کسب کردن
چیزی را به دست آوردن یا گرفتن.
- FrenchFrançais
Acquérir
Obtenir ou avoir quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्राप्त करना
कुछ पाना या प्राप्त करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Acquisire
Ottenere o procurarsi qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Adquirir
Conseguir ou obter algo.
- RussianРусский
Приобрести, Получить
Получить или заполучить что-то.
- Urduاردو
حاصل کرنا، حاصل کرنا
کچھ حاصل کرنا یا حاصل کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
获得
得到或获取某物。
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Frequently asked questions about Acquire
What does Acquire mean?
To get or obtain something.
What is the definition of Acquire?
to gain something by your own efforts, ability or behaviour
How do you use Acquire in a sentence?
I need to acquire new skills to advance in my career.
Can you give another example of Acquire?
The company plans to acquire a smaller firm to expand its market reach.
What are synonyms for Acquire?
Common alternatives include obtain, get, gain, procure, secure.
What is the opposite of Acquire?
Opposite meanings include lose, forfeit, surrender.
What words go with Acquire?
It commonly pairs with acquire knowledge, acquire skills, acquire a taste, acquire property, acquire assets.
What are common mistakes when using Acquire?
Confused with 'inquire' which means to ask. Misused in passive forms, forgetting to add the object. Using it as a noun instead of a verb.
How do you pronounce Acquire?
US: /["/əˈkwaɪər/","/əˈkwaɪərz/","/əˈkwaɪərd/","/əˈkwaɪərɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈkwaɪə(r)/","/əˈkwaɪəz/","/əˈkwaɪəd/","/əˈkwaɪərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Acquire?
Commonly used in formal and neutral contexts. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing everyday acquisitions. Often used in business or academic settings.
What CEFR level is Acquire?
"Acquire" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.