obtain in French
obtain in French is obtenir, avoir, avoir succès — obtain means to get or acquire something, often through effort or a formal process.
obtain in French
obtenir
avoir
avoir succès
réussir
s'établir
se procurer
What does "obtain" mean?
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verb To get or acquire something, often through effort or a formal process.
"You'll need to obtain a permit before you can start building."
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verb To be the case or hold true, especially in formal or legal contexts.
"These rules obtain only in certain jurisdictions."
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obtain in a sentence
- You'll need to obtain a permit before you can start building.
- She obtained a copy of the report through a public records request.
- These rules obtain only in certain jurisdictions.
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What is "obtain" in French?
"obtain" in French is obtenir, avoir, avoir succès. obtain means: To get or acquire something, often through effort or a formal process.
How do you use "obtain" in a sentence?
Example: "You'll need to obtain a permit before you can start building." In French, "obtain" is obtenir, avoir, avoir succès.
Are there other ways to say "obtain" in French?
Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "obtain": obtenir, avoir, avoir succès, réussir, s'établir, se procurer.
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