Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To gain a position, success, or someone’s approval through effort or persistence.
Natural examples
Die junge Band eroberte schnell die Herzen des Publikums.
The young band quickly won the audience’s hearts.
Das Unternehmen eroberte einen neuen Markt.
The company gained a new market.
Die Läuferin eroberte im Finale den ersten Platz.
In the final, the runner claimed first place.
Usage note
Erobern is regular and transitive. Besides territory, it can refer to winning a market, title, or audience’s affection.
Mini-lesson: erobern
To gain a position, success, or someone’s approval through effort or persistence. Erobern is regular and transitive. Besides territory, it can refer to winning a market, title, or audience’s affection.
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