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B2 verb 6 دقیقه مطالعه

verwerven

مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها verwerven در ۳۰ ثانیه
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At the A1 level, 'verwerven' is quite an advanced word. You probably won't need to use it yourself yet, but you might see it in very formal signs or documents. It means 'to get' something in a serious way. For now, focus on the word 'krijgen' (to get) or 'kopen' (to buy). If you see 'verwerven', just remember it is a very formal version of getting something important, like a house or a special job. You don't 'verwerven' an apple; you 'krijgen' an apple. You 'verwerven' knowledge in a school. Think of it as a 'level up' version of getting things. It is good to recognize it, but don't worry about using it in your daily speaking yet. It's like the difference between saying 'I got a book' and 'I acquired a volume'. One is simple, one is very fancy. Dutch people use simple words most of the time, so stick with 'krijgen' for now!
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At the A2 level, you are starting to learn more specific verbs. 'Verwerven' is a word you might encounter when reading about work or school. It means to get something that stays with you, like a skill. For example, 'Ik verwerf vaardigheden' means 'I am acquiring skills'. It is more formal than 'leren' (to learn). You might also see it in news stories about companies buying other companies. Remember that it is a 'strong' verb. This means it changes its sound in the past. Instead of adding '-de' or '-te', it becomes 'verwierf'. This is similar to how 'zingen' becomes 'zong'. Even if you don't use it in conversation, knowing that 'verworven' (the past participle) means 'acquired' will help you understand more complex Dutch texts about history or business.
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By B1, you should be able to recognize 'verwerven' in various contexts and understand its formal tone. You will see it in job descriptions (e.g., 'het verwerven van nieuwe klanten' - acquiring new customers) and educational materials. It is important to distinguish it from 'krijgen'. Use 'verwerven' when you want to sound more professional or when the process of getting something required effort or time. For instance, if you are talking about your career, saying 'Ik heb veel ervaring verworven' sounds much more impressive than 'Ik heb veel ervaring gekregen'. It shows that you were active in getting that experience. You should also start noticing the noun 'verwerving' (acquisition), which appears in business and academic Dutch. Practice using the past tense 'verwierf' to describe milestones in your life or studies.
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At the B2 level, 'verwerven' should become a part of your active vocabulary, especially in writing. You are expected to use it in formal essays, business letters, and discussions about abstract topics. You should understand the nuance that 'verwerven' implies a certain level of permanence or legitimacy. For example, 'verworven rechten' (acquired rights) is a common phrase in legal and social discussions that you should know. You should also be able to use it with abstract objects like 'aanzien' (prestige), 'vertrouwen' (trust), and 'inzicht' (insight). At this level, you should be careful not to over-use it in informal settings, as it can sound stiff. However, in a professional environment, it is the perfect verb to describe the strategic accumulation of assets or influence. Mastery of its strong conjugation (verwierf/verworven) is essential at this stage.
At the C1 level, you should have a nuanced command of 'verwerven' and its synonyms. You can use it to express subtle differences in how something was obtained. For instance, you might choose 'verwerven' over 'bemachtigen' to indicate a legal and orderly acquisition rather than a competitive struggle. You should be familiar with its use in academic discourse, such as 'taalverwerving' (language acquisition) or 'kennisverwerving'. You can also use it in more metaphorical senses, such as 'een plek verwerven in de harten van het publiek' (to win a place in the hearts of the audience). Your usage should reflect an understanding of the word's register—using it to add weight and authority to your statements. You should also be comfortable with the passive forms and how they function in complex sentence structures common in high-level Dutch literature and journalism.
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At the C2 level, 'verwerven' is a tool for precision and stylistic flair. You understand its historical roots and how it fits into the broader landscape of Dutch formal verbs. You can use it effortlessly in complex legal, philosophical, or socio-economic contexts. You are aware of the subtle connotations it carries—of labor, legitimacy, and gradual growth. You might use it in a speech to emphasize the hard-won nature of an achievement. Furthermore, you can distinguish it from even more obscure synonyms or related terms like 'accapareren' or 'naasten' in specific legal or political contexts. Your use of 'verwerven' is always contextually perfect, never sounding forced, but always conveying the exact degree of formality and intentionality required for top-tier communication in the Dutch language.
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verwerven در ۳۰ ثانیه

  • Formal Dutch verb for 'to acquire' or 'to obtain'.
  • Used for significant gains like knowledge, property, or status.
  • Strong verb conjugation: verwierf (past), verworven (participle).
  • Implies effort, strategy, or a formal process of acquisition.
The Dutch verb verwerven is a sophisticated term that translates most accurately to 'to acquire', 'to obtain', or 'to gain' in English. While simpler verbs like 'krijgen' (to get) or 'kopen' (to buy) describe the basic act of receiving something, verwerven implies a more formal, gradual, or effort-based process. It is the word of choice when discussing the accumulation of knowledge, the securing of a professional position, or the legal acquisition of property.
Formal Context
Used in legal, academic, and business environments to describe official transfers of ownership or rights.

Het bedrijf hoopt een groter marktaandeel te verwerven door deze fusie.

Translation: The company hopes to acquire a larger market share through this merger.
Abstract Gains
Commonly paired with 'kennis' (knowledge), 'inzicht' (insight), or 'vaardigheden' (skills).

Zij heeft veel aanzien verworven binnen de wetenschappelijke gemeenschap.

Legal Acquisition
Refers to the lawful obtaining of assets, such as real estate or patents.

De overheid wil de grond verwerven voor de aanleg van een nieuwe snelweg.

Het is lastig om het vertrouwen van de lokale bevolking te verwerven.

Door jarenlange ervaring heeft hij een diepgaande expertise verworven.

In everyday conversation, you might hear 'krijgen', but in a professional CV or a news report, 'verwerven' provides a much-needed layer of prestige and precision. It signifies that the acquisition was not accidental, but the result of a deliberate path or investment.
Using verwerven requires an understanding of its transitive nature; it always takes a direct object. It is a strong verb, meaning its stem changes in the past tense: verwierf (singular past) and verwierven (plural past). The past participle is verworven.
Present Tense
Ik verwerf, jij verwerft, wij verwerven. Used for ongoing processes of acquisition.

In deze cursus verwerf je de basisvaardigheden van het programmeren.

Past Tense
Verwierf/Verwierven. Used to describe how something was obtained in the past.

Hij verwierf zijn fortuin in de textielindustrie.

Perfect Tense
Heeft/hebben verworven. Focuses on the current possession of what was acquired.

Wij hebben de nodige vergunningen eindelijk verworven.

De universiteit probeert meer fondsen te verwerven voor onderzoek.

Zij verwierf wereldfaam met haar eerste roman.

When using 'verwerven', ensure the object is something significant. You wouldn't 'verwerven' a cup of coffee at a cafe (that's 'halen' or 'kopen'), but you would 'verwerven' the ownership of the cafe itself. The word carries a weight of permanence and importance.
You will encounter verwerven most frequently in formal writing, news broadcasts, academic lectures, and business meetings. It is a staple of the 'NOS Journaal' when reporting on international acquisitions or political capital. In academic settings, professors use it to describe the process of 'kennisverwerving' (knowledge acquisition), which is a core concept in education.
Business News
Reports on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) frequently use 'verwerven' for the buying of shares or assets.

Shell heeft nieuwe boorrechten verworven in de Noordzee.

Education
Teachers discuss how students 'verwerven' language skills or mathematical insights.

Het is essentieel om deze vaardigheden in de praktijk te verwerven.

Legal Documents
Contracts often state how property or intellectual rights are to be 'verworven'.

De auteursrechten worden door de uitgever verworven.

Hij heeft een prominente plek in de geschiedenisboeken verworven.

De stichting tracht fondsen te verwerven voor het goede doel.

While rarely used in casual slang, using 'verwerven' correctly in a Dutch job interview or a cover letter will immediately signal a high level of language proficiency and professional maturity.
The most common mistake learners make with verwerven is using it for trivial acquisitions. Because it sounds like 'acquire', English speakers might use it where 'kopen' or 'krijgen' is more natural.
Over-formality
Avoid saying 'Ik heb een banaan verworven' (I acquired a banana). This sounds like you are a robot or a very strange legal document. Use 'gekocht' or 'gepakt'.

Wrong: Ik wil een nieuwe fiets verwerven.

Better: Ik wil een nieuwe fiets kopen.

Conjugation Errors
Since it is a strong verb, many learners try to conjugate it regularly (*verwerfde). Remember: verwierf / verworven.

Mistake: Hij *verwerfde veel kennis.

Correct: Hij verwierf veel kennis.

Confusion with 'Verkrijgen'
'Verkrijgen' is a close synonym but is often used for things that are 'available' or 'obtainable' (e.g., tickets). 'Verwerven' implies a more active pursuit.

Tickets zijn online te verkrijgen (not verwerven).

Hij heeft door zijn inzet een goede reputatie verworven.

Another mistake is forgetting the 'n' in the plural past tense 'verwierven'. Because the pronunciation of the 'n' is often dropped in spoken Dutch, students might omit it in writing, which is a grammatical error in formal Dutch.
Understanding the nuances between verwerven and its synonyms will elevate your Dutch from functional to fluent.
Verwerven vs. Verkrijgen
Verwerven implies effort and long-term possession. Verkrijgen is more about the availability or the act of receiving.

Inzicht verwerven vs. Informatie verkrijgen.

Behalen
Specifically used for results, grades, or victories. 'Een diploma behalen'.

Hij heeft een overwinning behaald.

Bemachtigen
Suggests a sense of competition or difficulty in getting something scarce, like concert tickets.

Ik heb eindelijk kaartjes kunnen bemachtigen.

Ervaring opdoen is cruciaal voor je carrière.

Het bedrijf heeft de activa van de concurrent overgenomen.

Aankopen
A formal way to say 'buy', often used in real estate or business.
When in doubt, use 'krijgen' for simple things, 'behalen' for achievements, and 'verwerven' for significant, long-term acquisitions of property, status, or knowledge.

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نکته جالب

The root 'werven' originally meant 'to turn' (like a wheel). So 'verwerven' literally implies 'turning' things toward yourself or bringing them into your orbit through effort.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /vərˈʋɛrvə(n)/
US /vərˈwɛrvən/
The stress is on the second syllable: ver-WER-ven.
هم‌قافیه با
bederven sterven erven ontwerpen scherven zwerven kerven hervormen
خطاهای رایج
  • Pronouncing the 'v' too harshly like an English 'v'.
  • Stressing the first syllable 'ver'.
  • Pronouncing the 'w' like an English 'w' (liquid) instead of the Dutch labiodental 'w'.
  • Forgetting to change the vowel in the past tense (verwierf).
  • Pronouncing the final 'n' too strongly (it's often silent in speech).
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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

1

Ik wil kennis verwerven.

I want to gain knowledge.

Basic use of 'verwerven' with 'kennis'.

2

Hij moet een diploma verwerven.

He must obtain a diploma.

Infinitive after 'moet'.

3

Wij verwerven nieuwe vrienden.

We are gaining new friends.

Present tense plural.

4

Zij verwerft een prijs.

She is winning/obtaining a prize.

Present tense singular (t-ending).

5

U kunt hier informatie verwerven.

You can obtain information here.

Polite 'u' with infinitive.

6

Verwerven ze de grond?

Are they acquiring the land?

Question form.

7

Ik verwerf een nieuwe hobby.

I am acquiring a new hobby.

First person singular.

8

Het is goed om vaardigheden te verwerven.

It is good to acquire skills.

Te + infinitive construction.

1

Hij verwierf een goede baan.

He obtained a good job.

Past tense singular (strong verb).

2

Zij hebben veel ervaring verworven.

They have gained a lot of experience.

Perfect tense with 'verworven'.

3

De school verwerft nieuwe computers.

The school is acquiring new computers.

Present tense singular.

4

Hoe verwerf ik een vergunning?

How do I obtain a permit?

Question with first person.

5

Verwierven zij de rechten op het boek?

Did they acquire the rights to the book?

Past tense plural.

6

Ik heb een plekje in het team verworven.

I have gained a spot on the team.

Perfect tense.

7

Het bedrijf verwerft een kleiner bedrijf.

The company is acquiring a smaller company.

Business context.

8

Kunt u deze kennis snel verwerven?

Can you acquire this knowledge quickly?

Modal verb 'kunnen'.

1

Het is belangrijk om maatschappelijk aanzien te verwerven.

It is important to gain social prestige.

Abstract object 'aanzien'.

2

De overheid verwierf de grond voor de nieuwe weg.

The government acquired the land for the new road.

Historical/Action past tense.

3

Door hard te werken, verwerf je respect.

By working hard, you gain respect.

Conditional context.

4

Zij heeft een internationale reputatie verworven.

She has acquired an international reputation.

Perfect tense with adjective.

5

We moeten fondsen verwerven voor ons project.

We need to acquire funds for our project.

Financial context.

6

Hij verwierf de titel van kampioen.

He obtained the title of champion.

Specific achievement.

7

In dit proces verwerven we dieper inzicht.

In this process, we gain deeper insight.

Abstract acquisition.

8

Hoeveel marktaandeel heeft het bedrijf verworven?

How much market share has the company acquired?

Business question.

1

De vereniging tracht meer invloed te verwerven in de politiek.

The association seeks to gain more influence in politics.

Formal verb 'tracht'.

2

Het is een verworven recht dat we moeten verdedigen.

It is an acquired right that we must defend.

Adjectival use of 'verworven'.

3

Zij verwierf de eigendom van het landgoed na een lange strijd.

She acquired ownership of the estate after a long struggle.

Legal context.

4

Het museum heeft een zeldzaam schilderij verworven.

The museum has acquired a rare painting.

Art/Institutional context.

5

Hoe kunnen we het vertrouwen van de consument verwerven?

How can we gain the consumer's trust?

Marketing context.

6

De studenten verwierven de nodige competenties tijdens hun stage.

The students acquired the necessary competencies during their internship.

Educational context.

7

Hij verwierf naamsbekendheid door zijn optreden op televisie.

He gained brand awareness/fame through his TV appearance.

Media context.

8

Zonder financiering kunnen we geen nieuwe activa verwerven.

Without financing, we cannot acquire new assets.

Economic context.

1

De partij slaagde erin een meerderheid in de raad te verwerven.

The party managed to gain a majority in the council.

Political context.

2

Zij verwierf een vooraanstaande positie binnen de academische wereld.

She acquired a prominent position within the academic world.

High-level career.

3

Het is cruciaal om een brede culturele bagage te verwerven.

It is crucial to acquire a broad cultural background.

Metaphorical 'bagage'.

4

Het bedrijf heeft een monopoliepositie verworven op de markt.

The company has acquired a monopoly position in the market.

Economic/Legal.

5

Door zijn integere houding verwierf hij het respect van zijn vijanden.

Through his upright attitude, he gained the respect of his enemies.

Moral/Abstract.

6

Taalverwerving is een complex psychologisch proces.

Language acquisition is a complex psychological process.

Scientific noun form.

7

Zij verwierven de concessie voor de bouw van de nieuwe tunnel.

They acquired the concession for the construction of the new tunnel.

Contractual/Legal term.

8

De kunstenaar heeft een unieke stijl verworven door de jaren heen.

The artist has acquired a unique style over the years.

Artistic development.

1

De soevereiniteit die het land verwierf, bleek broos te zijn.

The sovereignty the country acquired proved to be fragile.

Political/Philosophical.

2

Het is een moeizaam verworven evenwicht tussen werk en privé.

It is a laboriously acquired balance between work and private life.

Complex adverb-adjective phrase.

3

Zij verwierf de status van 'persona grata' in diplomatieke kringen.

She acquired the status of 'persona grata' in diplomatic circles.

Latin loan phrase used in Dutch.

4

De intellectuele eigendom die hij verwierf, stelde hem financieel veilig.

The intellectual property he acquired secured him financially.

Legal/Financial.

5

Het is onmogelijk om absolute zekerheid te verwerven in deze zaak.

It is impossible to acquire absolute certainty in this matter.

Epistemological context.

6

Zij verwierven de gunst van de koning door hun loyaliteit.

They acquired the king's favor through their loyalty.

Historical/Archaic tone.

7

De stad heeft door de eeuwen heen een kosmopolitisch karakter verworven.

The city has acquired a cosmopolitan character over the centuries.

Socio-historical.

8

Men trachtte tevergeefs de alleenheerschappij te verwerven.

One tried in vain to acquire sole rule.

Formal 'men' and 'tevergeefs'.

ترکیب‌های رایج

kennis verwerven
ervaring verwerven
fondsen verwerven
vastgoed verwerven
inzicht verwerven
rechten verwerven
een positie verwerven
aanzien verwerven
marktaandeel verwerven
vaardigheden verwerven

عبارات رایج

verworven rechten

— Rights that have been established over time and cannot be easily revoked.

We moeten onze verworven rechten beschermen.

kennisverwerving

— The act of acquiring knowledge, often used in educational theory.

Kennisverwerving staat centraal in dit project.

een plek verwerven

— To secure a position or a spot in something.

Hij heeft een plek in het hart van de fans verworven.

eigendom verwerven

— To legally become the owner of something.

Zij hebben de eigendom van het huis verworven.

roem verwerven

— To become famous through achievements.

Zij verwierf roem met haar zangtalent.

een fortuin verwerven

— To become very wealthy.

Hij verwierf een fortuin in de handel.

invloed verwerven

— To gain power or influence over others.

De lobbyist probeert invloed te verwerven.

expertise verwerven

— To become an expert in a specific field.

Zij verwierf expertise op het gebied van milieu.

een diploma verwerven

— To earn a degree or certificate.

Na vier jaar verwierf hij zijn diploma.

grond verwerven

— To acquire land for specific purposes.

De gemeente wil deze grond verwerven.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"een plaatsje onder de zon verwerven"

— To find a successful or comfortable position in life/society.

Hij heeft eindelijk een plaatsje onder de zon verworven.

literary
"het vertrouwen verwerven"

— To earn the trust of someone through actions.

Het kost tijd om het vertrouwen van de klant te verwerven.

neutral
"vleugels verwerven"

— To gain the ability or freedom to act independently (rarely used literally).

Door de studie verwierf zij haar vleugels.

metaphorical
"een naam verwerven"

— To build a reputation.

Hij heeft een naam verworven als eerlijke handelaar.

neutral
"status verwerven"

— To gain a higher social or professional standing.

In die cultuur is het belangrijk om status te verwerven.

neutral
"toegang verwerven"

— To gain entry or access to something restricted.

Hij verwierf toegang tot de geheime archieven.

formal
"de overhand verwerven"

— To gain the upper hand or dominance.

De rebellen verwierven de overhand in de strijd.

formal
"een stem verwerven"

— To gain a say or a vote in a process.

Vrouwen verwierven het recht om een stem te verwerven in het bestuur.

formal
"sympathie verwerven"

— To win people's sympathy or favor.

De politicus verwierf veel sympathie met zijn verhaal.

neutral
"een kapitaal verwerven"

— To accumulate a significant amount of money.

Zij verwierf een kapitaal door slimme beleggingen.

formal

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

verwerving (acquisition)
verwerver (acquirer)
verworvenheid (achievement/attainment)

فعل‌ها

verwerven (to acquire)

صفت‌ها

verworven (acquired)
verwerfbaar (acquirable)

مرتبط

werven (to recruit)
werving (recruitment)
herwinnen (to regain)
verkrijgen (to obtain)
behalen (to achieve)
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روش یادسپاری

Think of 'Ver-Werven' as 'Very Worthy'. You only 'verwerven' things that are 'very worthy' of effort, like knowledge or land.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a person climbing a mountain (effort) to reach a gold crown (acquisition) at the top. This crown is 'verworven'.

شبکه واژگان

Kennis Geld Rechten Status Eigendom Diploma Inzicht Vaardigheden

چالش

Try to use 'verwerven' in three sentences today: one about a skill, one about property, and one about a reputation.

ریشه کلمه

From Middle Dutch 'verwerven', which is a combination of the prefix 'ver-' (indicating a process or completion) and 'werven' (to turn, to strive, to recruit).

معنای اصلی: To obtain through striving or effort.

Germanic (cognate with German 'erwerben').

بافت فرهنگی

No specific sensitivities, but ensure you don't use it for people (e.g., 'ik heb een vriend verworven' sounds like you bought them).

English speakers often use 'get' for everything. Learning 'verwerven' helps you distinguish between simple getting and professional acquisition.

Used in the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) regarding property. Common in university charters regarding 'kennisverwerving'. Frequent in business news regarding companies like ASML or Shell.
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