B1 verb #1,000 よく出る

obtener

Use 'obtener' to talk about getting or acquiring something, especially when effort is involved.

obtener 30秒で

  • B1
  • to get
  • to acquire

難易度

読解 1/5

Common verb, easy to recognize.

ライティング 2/5

Regular -er verb conjugation, but remembering the meaning for different contexts can be tricky for beginners.

スピーキング 2/5

Common verb, but can be replaced with simpler 'conseguir' or 'recibir' in many contexts, making its active use less frequent for beginners.

リスニング 1/5

Clear pronunciation, very common in spoken Spanish.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

tener (to have) ir (to go) querer (to want)

次に学ぶ

conseguir (to get, to achieve) recibir (to receive) adquirir (to acquire)

上級

lograr (to achieve, to manage to) alcanzar (to reach, to achieve) procurar (to try to get, to procure)

よく使う組み合わせ

obtener información to get information
obtener permiso to obtain permission
obtener resultados to get results
obtener un descuento to get a discount
obtener un préstamo to get a loan
obtener una beca to get a scholarship
obtener una cita to get an appointment
obtener una ganancia to obtain a profit
obtener una ventaja to gain an advantage
obtener experiencia to gain experience

よく使うフレーズ

Necesito obtener un nuevo pasaporte.

I need to get a new passport.

¿Cómo puedo obtener una visa?

How can I obtain a visa?

Es difícil obtener un buen trabajo sin experiencia.

It's difficult to get a good job without experience.

Quiero obtener más conocimientos sobre este tema.

I want to acquire more knowledge about this topic.

Vamos a obtener las entradas para el concierto.

We are going to get the tickets for the concert.

Ella espera obtener una respuesta pronto.

She hopes to get an answer soon.

Para obtener este premio, tienes que trabajar mucho.

To obtain this prize, you have to work a lot.

Pudimos obtener toda la información que necesitábamos.

We were able to get all the information we needed.

Espero obtener buenas calificaciones en el examen.

I hope to get good grades on the exam.

Hay que obtener su aprobación antes de empezar.

You have to get his/her approval before starting.

ヒント

Basic use of 'obtener'

The most common use of 'obtener' is to simply mean to get or to obtain something. Think of it as a more formal way to say 'to get'.

Don't confuse with 'tener'

While both can be translated as 'to have' or 'to get' in some contexts, 'obtener' specifically refers to the act of acquiring something, whereas 'tener' is about possessing it.

Use for abstract things

'Obtener' is often used when talking about abstract concepts like results, information, or permissions. For example, 'obtener buenos resultados' (to get good results).

Conjugation practice

'Obtener' is a regular -er verb in most tenses, but it's important to practice its conjugation. Focus on the present tense first: yo obtengo, tú obtienes, él/ella/usted obtiene, nosotros obtenemos, vosotros obtenéis, ellos/ellas/ustedes obtienen.

Formal contexts

You'll often hear 'obtener' in more formal or professional settings. For instance, when talking about getting a degree or a job, 'obtener' is a good choice.

Examples in sentences

Let's look at some examples: 'Necesito obtener más información.' (I need to get more information.) 'Ella quiere obtener una beca.' (She wants to obtain a scholarship.)

Avoid for physical picking up

While 'obtener' means 'to get', it's not typically used for physically picking something up. For that, you'd use verbs like 'recoger' (to pick up) or 'tomar' (to take).

Synonyms and their nuances

Consider synonyms like 'conseguir' (to get/achieve, often with effort) or 'adquirir' (to acquire, similar to obtener but sometimes implies purchase). 'Obtener' is a good all-around choice.

Focus on the outcome

'Obtener' emphasizes the successful acquisition or result. You get something at the end of a process.

Practice with common phrases

Try to incorporate 'obtener' into everyday phrases: 'obtener permiso' (to get permission), 'obtener resultados' (to get results), 'obtener una cita' (to get an appointment).

自分をテスト 6 問

multiple choice C1

Choose the best synonym for "obtener" in the following sentence: "Necesito obtener una licencia de conducir antes de poder manejar."

正解! おしい! 正解: Conseguir

In this context, 'conseguir' (to get, obtain) is the closest synonym to 'obtener.'

multiple choice C1

Which of the following phrases correctly uses "obtener" to mean 'to acquire knowledge'?

正解! おしい! 正解: Obtener información

'Obtener información' means to acquire or gather information, which aligns with acquiring knowledge.

multiple choice C1

Selecciona la opción que mejor completa la oración: "Fue difícil ___ el permiso necesario para construir la casa."

正解! おしい! 正解: obtener

The sentence implies a challenge in acquiring the necessary permit, making 'obtener' the most fitting verb.

true false C1

The verb 'obtener' can be used interchangeably with 'dar' (to give) in most contexts.

正解! おしい! 正解: 間違い

'Obtener' means to get or acquire, while 'dar' means to give. They are antonyms, not interchangeable.

true false C1

If you 'obtener' a good grade, it means you received or achieved it.

正解! おしい! 正解: 正しい

'Obtener' a good grade means to get or achieve it, which is correct.

true false C1

The phrase "obtener un beneficio" means to lose a benefit.

正解! おしい! 正解: 間違い

"Obtener un beneficio" means to gain or get a benefit, not to lose one.

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