English–French

“acquisition” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/apʁopʁijasjɔ̃/

Example

L'appropriation d'une nouvelle compétence prend du temps.

Acquiring a new skill takes time.

Illustration for appropriation (acquisition)

How to say “acquisition” in French

“Acquisition” in French is appropriation.

An outside skill or resource becoming part of someone's own working habits or possessions.

Full entry for appropriation: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with appropriation

Son appropriation par la pratique a été rapide.

His learning through practice was rapid.

Tips for using appropriation

  • In learning contexts, appropriation usually refers to making knowledge usable in practice, while the same noun can also suggest taking property for oneself.

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