Spanish Conversation · Level 13
90 words
Spanish word
obtener
Pronunciation
IPA/oβteˈneɾ/
Meaning
- verbget
Example
¿Dónde puedo obtener boletos para el concierto?
Where can I get tickets for the concert?
More examples
Necesito obtener información antes de viajar.
I need to get information before traveling.
Core concept
Securing something through effort, procedure, or formal steps.
Common phrases
obtener información
get information
obtener permiso
get permission
obtener ayuda
get help
Similar words
conseguir: Gets a desired item or result through effort, planning, or arranging.
recibir: Receives an item or information that another person gives or sends.
adquirir: Acquires goods or knowledge and makes them one's own, commonly via purchase or transfer.
comprar: Pays money to buy an item or service.
Definition in Spanish
Conseguir o recibir algo que se necesita o se desea, normalmente como resultado de una acción, trámite o esfuerzo.
Word origin
The verb comes from Latin obtinēre (ob- 'toward' + tenēre 'to hold') and now means to gain or secure something in Spanish.
Usage tips
- Common in official and written contexts for documents, permissions, information, and results, while casual speech more often uses conseguir or sacar.