This is the 895th most frequent Italian word.
acquistato
"Acquistato" means "purchased" or "acquired" in English.
The verb 'acquistato' is the past participle of 'acquistare,' meaning 'to purchase.' Here, it expresses a completed action in the past using the present perfect tense.
Ho acquistato un nuovo libro ieri.
I purchased a new book yesterday.
'Acquistato' in this sentence figuratively means 'acquired' rather than 'bought,' showing its broader usage beyond literal purchasing.
Il suo talento è stato acquistato con anni di pratica.
His talent was acquired through years of practice.
Here 'acquistato' is used in a figurative sense to mean 'gained' or 'earned,' showcasing its versatility in contexts of obtaining or gaining attributes or states.