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obtenir
obtain
The French verb 'obtenir' is used to express the act of getting or acquiring something, often as a result of a request, effort, or action. It is a transitive verb, meaning it requires a direct object to express what is being obtained. For example, 'J'ai obtenu un diplôme' means 'I obtained a degree'.
Example sentences using: obtenir
Je veux obtenir une bonne note.
I want to get a good grade.
This sentence is explaining the speaker's desire to score high in an assessment. The word 'obtenir' is directly translated to 'get' in this context.
Il doit obtenir l'approbation avant de procéder.
He must obtain approval before proceeding.
In this example, the speaker is emphasizing the need for receiving consent or permission first - represented by 'obtenir l'approbation'- before taking any further action.
Nous espérons obtenir de l'aide.
We hope to get some help.
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