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March 24, 2026
取得()qǔdé(qu3de2)
取得 (qǔdé) means 'to acquire' or 'to obtain' something. It is often used in contexts where one gains possession of skills, qualifications, or tangible items, emphasizing the effort involved in the process of obtaining.
Frequency#2594DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of acquiring knowledge or qualifications is highly valued, especially in the context of education and career advancement, reflecting the importance of continuous self-improvement.
Memory Tip
Imagine a quest (取 qǔ) to get (得 dé) a treasure. The shape of '取' looks like a person reaching out to grab something, and '得' resembles a person celebrating after successfully obtaining the treasure.
Meanings of 取得
qǔdé(qu3de2)
1to acquire
2to get
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About 取得
取得Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
获得 (huòdé) vs 取得 (qǔdé): 取得 emphasizes the process and effort involved in acquiring something, while 获得 focuses more on the result of obtaining.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a quest (取 qǔ) to get (得 dé) a treasure. The shape of '取' looks like a person reaching out to grab something, and '得' resembles a person celebrating after successfully obtaining the treasure.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of using '取得' in formal contexts, as it is often found in written language, such as academic or business settings. Common collocations include '取得成果' (achieve results) and '取得许可' (obtain permission).
HSK Study Tips
While '取得' is not assigned a specific HSK level, it is beneficial for learners at HSK 4 and above to focus on its use in formal situations, connecting it to verbs like '获得' (huòdé) which means 'to gain'.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of acquiring knowledge or qualifications is highly valued, especially in the context of education and career advancement, reflecting the importance of continuous self-improvement.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '取得' with '得到' (děidào), which can lead to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我取得了这个' (Wǒ qǔdéle zhège) is correct, while '我得到了这个' (Wǒ dédàole zhège) can sound too casual in formal contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 取得
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In Chinese culture, the concept of acquiring knowledge or qualifications is highly valued, especially in the context of education and career advancement, reflecting the importance of continuous self-improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions about 取得
Yes, while it's more formal, you can use it in everyday contexts when discussing achievements or acquisitions.
'取得' and '获得' are similar but '获得' is more commonly used in spoken language, while '取得' is often found in formal writing.
