erwerben
Translation
to acquire, to purchase, to gain
Examples
Du erwirbst hier neue Kenntnisse.
You acquire new knowledge here.
Wann erwirbst du den Führerschein?
When are you getting your driver's license?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to acquire sth. You acquire new skills.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kaufen, bekommen, aneignen; Antonyms: verkaufen, verlieren
Etymology
From er- (achievement) + werben (originally 'to strive', now 'to advertise'). 'To gain through effort'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'werben' (to woo, to court). The 'er-' prefix means you succeeded. You've 'erworben' (acquired) it.