learning
ˈlɜːrnɪŋ
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Definition of learning - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
skill buildingprocess of gaining knowledge through study
  • Learning is essential for personal growth.
education scholarship study
2.
what you knowknowledge gained from study or experience
  • Her learning in history is impressive.
education scholarship
3.
behavior changeTECH.change in behavior from experienceTECH.
  • Learning from mistakes is crucial for improvement.
acquisition education knowledge

Adjective

1.
educationalrelated to the process of gaining knowledge
  • The learning materials were very helpful for the students.
educational scholarly
2.
eagershowing a desire to gain knowledge
  • She is a learning student who loves reading.
eager enthusiastic keen
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education at university or college, often with advanced study or research
She pursued higher learning at a top university.
process that requires quick learning to succeed
Starting a new job often involves a steep learning curve.
place known for teaching and scholarship, often with strong reputation
She dreamed of studying at a famed seat of learning.
institution where people go to gain knowledge
The library is a temple of learning for many students.
responsibility to spread education and knowledge
Teachers hold the torch of learning in their communities.
the process of acquiring knowledge of a language
She dedicated five years to language learning.

Origin of learning

Old English, leornian (to learn)

Terms with learning included in their meaning

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education
room in a school for teaching and learning
learning
do something repeatedly to improve a skill
education
institution for teaching and learning
learning space
environment in which teaching and learning take place
learning
task set to practice or test skills
learning
for middle or high school education
learning
learn something new by asking or investigating
education
dictionary designed for people learning a language

Examples of learning in a sentence

  • Learning can happen in both formal and informal settings.
  • His learning from the workshop was evident.
  • The book club enhanced her learning in literature.
  • Learning through hands-on experience is effective.
  • The workshop focused on learning by doing.
  • The learning environment was designed to inspire creativity.

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  1. French:apprentissage, éducatif, ...
  2. German:Lernen, lernend, ...
  3. Italian:apprendimento, educativo, ...
  4. Spanish:aprendizaje, educativo, ...
  5. Portuguese:aprendizagem, educativo, ...
  6. Chinese:学习, 学习的, ...
  7. Japanese:学習, 学習用の, ...
  8. Arabic:تَعَلُّم, تعليمي, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְמִידָה, לִימוּדִי, ...
  10. Russian:обучение, учебный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:навчання, навчальний, ...
  12. Hindi:ज्ञानार्जन, शिक्षण, ...
learn
lɜːrn
learnt

Definition of learn - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
educationtr./intr.acquire knowledge or skills through study or experiencetr./intr.
  • She learned to play the piano.
master study
2.
find outtr.come to know or find out informationtr.
  • I learned about the event yesterday.
ascertain discover realize
3.
bad experienceintr.gain knowledge from a bad experienceintr.
  • She learned from her mistakes.
comprehend realize understand
4.
change behaviorintr.Raregradually start to behave in a new wayintr.Rare
  • They learned to be more patient.
acclimate adapt adjust
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memorize information by heart without understanding
She learned off the poem for the recital.
commit to memory through repetition
He learned the speech by heart after practicing for hours.
learn the basics of reading and writing
Children usually learn their ABCs in kindergarten.
understand from a mistake to avoid repeating it
After the accident, he learned his lesson and drove carefully.
understand from experience to avoid repeating a mistake
After the accident, he learned his lesson about speeding.
accept mistakes as part of life
She missed the bus but shrugged it off saying you live and learn.

Origin of learn

Old English, leornian (to learn)

Examples of learn in a sentence

  • They learned about history through documentaries.
  • She learned the truth from a friend.
  • We learned the news through social media.
  • He learned not to trust everyone so easily.
  • They learned the hard way about the risks involved.
  • He learned to control his temper over time.

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  1. French:apprendre, découvrir, ...
  2. German:lernen, erfahren, ...
  3. Italian:imparare, scoprire, ...
  4. Spanish:aprender, saber, ...
  5. Portuguese:aprender, saber, ...
  6. Chinese:学习, 得知, ...
  7. Japanese:習得する, 知る, ...
  8. Arabic:تَعَلَّمَ, عَرَفَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:לִלְמוֹד, לְגַלּוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:учиться, узнавать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вчитися, дізнатися, ...
  12. Hindi:सीखना, पता लगाना, ...
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