obtenerla

Obtenerla is a Spanish verb phrase formed by the verb obtener in its infinitive together with the feminine direct object pronoun la. It literally means “to obtain it,” with la referring to a feminine singular noun mentioned earlier in the discourse. The expression is common in everyday Spanish and can be used in various tenses and moods.

In grammar, the direct object pronoun can attach to the infinitive or appear before a conjugated verb. For example, with a periphrastic construction: “Voy a obtenerla” (I’m going to obtain it) or “Quiero obtenerla” (I want to obtain it). The gerund form also allows attachment: “estoy obteniéndola” (I am obtaining it). In affirmative tú commands the pronoun attaches to the end of the verb and an accent is added to preserve the stress: “Obténla.” In negative tú commands it precedes the verb: “No la obtengas.” Other forms include “Obténgala” (usted) and “Obténganla” (ustedes). The nosotros form is “obtenámosla” (Affirmative) or “no la obtengamos” (negative).

Etymology and usage notes: obtener derives from Latin obtinēre, meaning to hold or to obtain. Obtenir/obtener expresses acquiring, gaining, or achieving something, often implying a process or effort. Synonyms such as conseguirla or lograrla exist, with nuanced differences in emphasis. The pronoun la refers to a feminine singular object; for masculine objects, lo would be used (obtenerlo).

Examples: “Quiero obtenerla antes de fin de mes.” “La voy a obtener mañana.” “No la obtengas sin verificar los requisitos.”