obtain
word
/əbˈteɪn/
uhb-TAYN
/ɒbtˈeɪn/
ob-TAYN
Definition
To get something, usually by effort, request, or as a result of a process.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'get' or 'receive.' Common in written, academic, and official contexts. Used for documents ('obtain a visa'), permission, or information. Often requires some effort or process.
Spanish: obtener - conseguirPortuguese (BR): obter - conseguirPortuguese (PT): obter - conseguirChinese (Simplified): 获得 - 得到Chinese (Traditional): 獲得 - 得到Hindi: प्राप्त करना - हासिल करनाArabic: يَحصُل على - ينالBengali: প্রাপ্ত করা - অর্জন করাRussian: получить - приобрестиJapanese: 取得する - 得るVietnamese: đạt được - lấy đượcKorean: 획득하다 - 얻다Turkish: elde etmek - almakUrdu: حاصل کرنا - حاصل ہوناIndonesian: memperoleh - mendapatkan
Example Sentences
You must obtain a ticket to enter the museum.
basic
She tried to obtain more information about the job.
basic
Students can obtain a certificate after passing the course.
basic
It took several weeks to obtain my visa for the trip.
natural
Where can I obtain a copy of this form?
natural
Did you obtain permission before starting the project?
natural