der Erwerb
Translation
acquisition, purchase, procurement, earning
Examples
Der Erwerb der Immobilie ist abgeschlossen.
The acquisition of the property is complete.
Der Spracherwerb braucht Zeit.
Language acquisition takes time.
Grammar Patterns
the acquisition of ((sth.)) der Erwerb von et3/et2 | Language acquisition takes time. Der Spracherwerb braucht Zeit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Anschaffung, Kauf, Akquisition; Antonyms: Verlust, Verkauf
Etymology
From the verb erwerben (to acquire). It combines er- (prefix for achievement) and werben (originally 'to strive for', now 'to advertise').
Memory Tips
Think of 'striving for' (werben) something to 'achieve' (er-) its 'acquisition' (Erwerb). It implies gaining something through effort.