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Lernen Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Lernen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to learn", "to study" or "to memorize".
Essential properties of "lernen"
Its most important properties are:
Properties
- Infinitive: lernen
- Simple past: lernte
- Participle: gelernt
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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.
Meanings of "lernen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "To acquire knowledge or skills through study"
- Definition: "To acquire knowledge or skills through study or practice."
- Translation(s): to learn, to study
- Synonym(s): studieren, erlernen
- Antonym(s): lehren
- Related word(s): Wissen, Bildung, Studium
📝 Some usage examples:
- Ich muss für die Prüfung lernen.
- Sie lernt jeden Tag eine neue Sprache.
- Er hat das Klavierspielen in kurzer Zeit gelernt.
2.) "To memorize something through repetition"
- Definition: "To memorize or remember something through repetition."
- Translation(s): to memorize, to learn by heart
- Synonym(s): einprägen, sich merken
- Related word(s): Gedächtnis, Erinnerung, Wiederholung
📝 Some usage examples:
- Ich lerne die Telefonnummer auswendig.
- Sie lernt das Gedicht für den Unterricht.
- Er lernte die Vokabeln sehr schnell.
3.) "To obtain specific information or knowledge"
- Definition: "To obtain information or knowledge about something specific."
- Translation(s): to learn, to find out, to discover
- Synonym(s): erfahren, mitbekommen
- Related word(s): Information, Nachricht, Entdeckung
📝 Some usage examples:
- Ich habe gerade gelernt, dass das Meeting verschoben wurde.
- Sie lernte, dass ihr Freund sie betrogen hatte.
- Er lernte viel über die Geschichte des Landes.