acquérir

acquérir
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to acquire
Une maison d'édition vient d'acquérir les droits de traduction de ce roman français en anglais.A publisher just acquired the rights to translate that French novel into English.
b. to buy
Quand nous avons acheté notre appartement, nous avons aussi acquis deux places de parking au sous-sol.When we bought our apartment, we also bought two parking spots in the basement.
a. to acquire
La formation m'a permis d'acquérir de nombreuses nouvelles compétences.The training allowed me to acquire many new skills.
b. to gain
Sigourney a acquis une nouvelle confiance à la salle de sport après avoir engagé un entraîneur personnel.Sigourney gained new confidence at the gym after hiring a personal trainer.
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