La adquisición
Example: La adquisición de nuevos idiomas mejora las oportunidades laborales.
Definition
"La adquisición" refers to the process of obtaining or gaining possession of something, such as skills, knowledge, or objects. It commonly denotes the act of acquiring new things, like languages, which can enhance personal or professional opportunities.
Etymology
The term "la adquisición" comes from the Latin word 'acquisitio,' meaning 'a gaining' or 'obtaining.' It entered Spanish through Old French, maintaining its meaning related to the act of acquiring or gaining something. Did you know that the root 'acquire' literally implies 'to seek out and gain'?
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"La adquisición" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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