How to Pronounce "acquire"
word
/əˈkwaɪɝ/
uh-KWY-ur
/ɐkwˈaɪə/
uh-KWY-uh
Definition
To get or gain something, especially through effort, learning, or purchase.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈkwaɪɝ/
British English
/ɐkwˈaɪə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KWY-ur
UK
uh-KWY-uh
Listen in Context
Children acquire language quickly.
He hopes to acquire a new car this year.
Companies often acquire smaller businesses.
It took years for her to acquire that level of skill.