No. 13,801 in German
erkauft
"Erkauft" means "bought" or "obtained at a cost" in English.
In a sentence
Er hat seinen Erfolg mit großer Anstrengung erkauft.
He acquired his success through great effort.
In this sentence, 'erkauft' denotes achieving something at a cost, implying effort or sacrifice.
Die Freiheit des Landes wurde mit vielen Opfern erkauft.
The country's freedom was purchased with many sacrifices.
Here, 'erkauft' signifies obtaining something significant through sacrifices or losses.
Maria hat sich die Sympathie ihrer Kolleginnen erkauft.
Maria bought the sympathy of her colleagues.
In this usage, 'erkauft' implies gaining favor or acceptance, potentially through material or artificial means.
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