Spanish Conversation · Level 1
86 words
Spanish word
conseguir
Pronunciation
IPA/konseˈɣiɾ/
Meaning
- verbget
Example
¿Puedes conseguir entradas para el concierto?
Can you get tickets for the concert?
More examples
No pude conseguir una respuesta a tiempo.
I couldn't get an answer in time.
Core concept
A person reaching and grasping a desired object or goal.
Common phrases
conseguir una respuesta
get an answer
conseguir ayuda
get help
conseguir buenos resultados
get good results
Similar words
comprar: Pay money to acquire an item or a service.
obtener: Obtain something by following steps, procedures, or specific actions.
recibir: Receive something that someone gives, such as an object, message, or help.
lograr: Achieve a goal or result by persistent effort or determination.
Definition in Spanish
Alcanzar y obtener aquello que se desea, como un objeto o la realización de una acción.
Word origin
From Latin consequi (con- 'together' + sequi 'follow'), originally 'follow to reach' and later broadened to mean 'obtain' or 'achieve'.
Usage tips
- Conseguir + noun indicates obtaining a thing, while conseguir + infinitive indicates managing or succeeding in an action, and lograr stresses accomplishment more than obtener.