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attainment
The formal act or process of getting, achieving, or coming into possession of something, often after effort or after meeting certain conditions.
Die Erlangung eines Doktortitels erfordert jahrelange Forschung und harte Arbeit.
The attainment of a doctoral degree requires years of research and hard work.
'Die Erlangung' (attainment) is the nominalization of the verb 'erlangen' (to attain, to obtain). The ending '-ung' here indicates the process or result of achieving something.
Das Erlangen von Wissen ist ein lebenslanger Prozess.
The attainment of knowledge is a lifelong process.
This word belongs to formal written language, especially administrative and legal language. It is rarely used in everyday speech.
Der Antrag auf Erlangung der Baugenehmigung wurde eingereicht.
The application for attainment of the building permit was submitted.
'Die Erlangung' (attainment) very often appears with a genitive that indicates what is being attained. This structure is typical of formal texts.
Die Erlangung der deutschen Staatsbürgerschaft ist an Bedingungen geknüpft.
The attainment of German citizenship is tied to conditions.
receipt / preservation
'Erhalt' and 'Erlangung' can both mean that someone gets something. 'Erhalt' is often used when something arrives for someone, for example a letter, a message, a package, or a payment. 'Erlangung' sounds more formal and emphasizes the process of achieving or obtaining something, often after effort or under certain conditions. The words can be confused because both have to do with 'getting' something. For simple everyday situations, 'Erhalt' is usually more natural. 'Erlangung' fits better in official texts, or with rights, titles, or goals.
Zur Erlangung des Zertifikats muss Mehmet eine Prüfung bestehen.
To obtain the certificate, Mehmet has to pass an exam.
Nach Erhalt der Rechnung überweist Frau Becker das Geld.
After receiving the invoice, Ms. Becker transfers the money.