erworben
acquire
The German word "erworben" is the past participle of the verb "erwerben," which means "to acquire" or "to obtain." The root word "werben" means "to recruit" or "to woo," but in "erwerben," it takes the meaning of gaining or acquiring something (often skills, rights, or property).
Similar words:
- "erhalten" (to receive)
- "bekommen" (to get)
- "gewinnen" (to win or gain)
Difference:
- "erwerben" / "erworben" focuses on actively obtaining or earning something, often with effort (e.g., knowledge, qualifications).
- "erhalten" and "bekommen" emphasize receiving something, which can be passive or happen without active effort.
- "gewinnen" often implies winning or gaining something, sometimes by chance or competition.
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Examples
Das Wissen wurde durch viele Jahre Erfahrung erworben.adjective
The knowledge was acquired through many years of experience.
Er hat viele Fähigkeiten im Ausland erworben.adjective
He has acquired many skills abroad.
Die Zertifikate, die sie online erworben hat, helfen ihr bei der Jobsuche.adjective
The certificates that she has acquired online help her with her job search.
Hast du diese wertvollen Briefmarken gestern erworben?adjective
Did you acquire these valuable stamps yesterday?
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