English–Spanish
“acquire” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/aðkiˈɾiɾ/
Example
¿Dónde puedo adquirir este libro hoy?
Where can I acquire this book today?
How to say “acquire” in Spanish
“Acquire” in Spanish is adquirir.
Taking ownership of an object, a legal right, or a skill.
Example sentences with adquirir
Para adquirir conocimientos, es importante practicar.
To gain knowledge, it is important to practice.
Tips for using adquirir
- Slightly formal in tone, with speakers preferring conseguir for getting things or comprar for buying in casual speech, and note the present-tense stem change (yo adquiero).