Erwerben
Example: Ich möchte neue Fähigkeiten im Kurs erwerben.
Definition
"Erwerben" means to gain or obtain something, especially skills, knowledge, or possessions, usually through effort or purchase. For example, in the phrase 'Ich möchte neue Fähigkeiten im Kurs erwerben,' it refers to acquiring new abilities during a course.
Etymology
The German verb "erwerben" originates from the Middle High German word 'erwerben,' which means to earn or gain. It combines the prefix 'er-' indicating completion or result, with 'werben,' meaning to strive or seek. Did you know? The root 'werben' is related to efforts made to attract or obtain something, reflecting the idea of actively acquiring.
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"Erwerben" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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