Ottenere
Example: Ho lavorato duramente per ottenere una promozione quest'anno.
Definition
"Ottenere" means to acquire or secure something through effort or action. It is used when someone succeeds in gaining or achieving a result, such as obtaining a promotion by working hard, as in the example phrase.
Etymology
The Italian verb "ottenere" comes from the Latin verb 'obtinere,' which means to hold, possess, or obtain. The Latin root combines 'ob-' (towards) and 'tenere' (to hold). Did you know that the same root appears in English words like 'obtain' and 'tenure'?
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