noun🔗ShareCompra, adquisiciónThe acquisition of title to, or property in, anything for a price; buying for money or its equivalent."They offer a free hamburger with the purchase of a drink."Ofrecen una hamburguesa gratis con la compra de una bebida.businesseconomyfinancecommerceassettitleessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCompra, adquisiciónThat which is obtained, got or acquired, in any manner, honestly or dishonestly; property; possession; acquisition."The purchase of a new bicycle was the highlight of her birthday week. "La compra de una bicicleta nueva fue lo más destacado de su semana de cumpleaños.propertybusinessfinanceeconomycommerceassetessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCompraThat which is obtained for a price in money or its equivalent."He was pleased with his latest purchase."Estaba contento con su última compra.businesseconomyfinancecommerceassetessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCompra, adquisiciónThe act or process of seeking and obtaining something (e.g. property, etc.)"The purchase of a new laptop was essential for completing my school assignments. "La compra de una nueva computadora portátil fue esencial para completar mis tareas escolares.commercebusinesseconomyfinancepropertyessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗SharePrecio de compraA price paid for a house or estate, etc. equal to the amount of the rent or income during the stated number of years."The purchase price of the small farm was set at the equivalent of five years' worth of rent. "El precio de compra de la pequeña granja se fijó en el equivalente a cinco años de alquiler.propertyfinanceeconomybusinessessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareVentaja mecánicaAny mechanical hold or advantage, applied to the raising or removing of heavy bodies, as by a lever, a tackle or capstan."It is hard to get purchase on a nail without a pry bar or hammer."Es difícil obtener una ventaja mecánica en un clavo sin una palanca o un martillo.technicalnauticalphysicsmachineessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAparato, dispositivoThe apparatus, tackle or device by which such mechanical advantage is gained and in nautical terminology the ratio of such a device, like a pulley, or block and tackle."The purchase of the new crane allowed the construction crew to lift the heavy beams more easily. "El dispositivo de la nueva grúa permitió a la cuadrilla de construcción levantar las vigas pesadas más fácilmente.nauticalsailingtechnologymachinedeviceessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAgarreThe amount of hold one has from an individual foothold or ledge."The climber's purchase from the small rock ledge was barely enough to hold their weight. "El agarre del escalador en la pequeña repisa de roca apenas fue suficiente para sostener su peso.positiontechnicalessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCompra, adquisiciónAcquisition of lands or tenements by means other than descent or inheritance, namely, by one's own act or agreement."The purchase of the new school building was finalized by the city council. "La compra del nuevo edificio escolar fue finalizada por el ayuntamiento.propertylawbusinessfinanceessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareComprar, adquirirTo buy, obtain by payment of a price in money or its equivalent."to purchase land, to purchase a house"Comprar terrenos, comprar una casa.businesscommerceeconomyfinanceessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareComprar, adquirirTo pursue and obtain; to acquire by seeking; to gain, obtain, or acquire."She purchased a new backpack for school. "Ella compró una mochila nueva para la escuela.businesseconomyfinancecommerceessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareAdquirir, obtenerTo obtain by any outlay, as of labor, danger, or sacrifice, etc."to purchase favor with flattery"Obtener favor con adulación.businesseconomyessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareExpiar con una multa o decomisoTo expiate by a fine or forfeit."The student had to purchase a fine to avoid suspension from school. "El estudiante tuvo que pagar una multa para evitar la suspensión de la escuela.lawguiltfinanceessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareLevantar, alzarTo apply to (anything) a device for obtaining a mechanical advantage; to get a purchase upon, or apply a purchase to; to raise or move by mechanical means."to purchase a cannon"levantar un cañóntechnicalphysicsmachineessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareEsforzarse, tratar de obtenerTo put forth effort to obtain anything; to strive; to exert oneself."To get a better grade, she purchased extra study time, reviewing notes and practicing problems diligently. "Para obtener una mejor calificación, se esforzó por tener tiempo de estudio adicional, revisando notas y practicando problemas diligentemente.actionachievementessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareComprar, adquirirTo constitute the buying power for a purchase, have a trading value."The student's allowance purchased a new notebook and pencils. "La asignación del estudiante compró un cuaderno y lápices nuevos.businesscommerceeconomyfinancevalueessentialieltstoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
