erzielen
Translation
to achieve, to score, to obtain, to attain
Examples
Die Firma erzielte einen hohen Gewinn.
The company achieved a high profit.
Er erzielte das entscheidende Tor.
He scored the decisive goal.
Wir müssen eine Einigung erzielen.
We have to reach an agreement.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to achieve/score sth. The company erzielt a profit.
Similar Words
erreichen (to reach), gewinnen (to win), erlangen (to obtain)
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (indicating achievement or completion) + 'zielen' (to aim). Literally 'to aim and get'.
Memory Tips
Think of aiming for a 'Ziel' (goal) and 'er-' successfully achieving it. Used for goals, profits, and scores.