What does "obtener" mean in English?

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Spanish

obtener

English

obtain

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Alternative translations of "obtener"

get
gain
acquire
secure

Examples of how to use "obtener" in Spanish

Spanish
Espero obtener un buen resultado.
English
I hope to get a good result.
Spanish
Obtengo buenos resultados con práctica diaria.
English
I get good results with daily practice.
Spanish
Ayer obtuvimos el primer premio.
English
Yesterday we received the first prize.
Spanish
De niño, obtenía buenos consejos.
English
As a child, I used to get good advice.
Spanish
Mañana obtendrás tu certificado.
English
Tomorrow you will receive your certificate.

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