Studieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Studieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "to study", "to major in" or "to examine".

Essential properties of "studieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: studieren
Simple past: studierte
Participle: studiert

regulartransitiveintransitive

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 "studieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To study at university"

Definition: "To pursue higher education at a university or similar institution."
Translation(s): to study, to major in
Synonym(s): lernen, büffeln, pauken
Antonym(s): ignorieren
Related word(s): Universität, Hochschule, Bildung

📝 Some usage examples:

Er studiert Medizin an der Universität Hamburg.He studies medicine at the University of Hamburg.
Meine Schwester studiert seit zwei Jahren Psychologie.My sister has been studying psychology for two years.
Ich möchte nach dem Abitur Informatik studieren.After graduating from high school, I want to study computer science.

2.) "To examine/investigate carefully"

Definition: "To examine or investigate something with attention and care."
Translation(s): to examine, to investigate, to study, to analyze
Synonym(s): untersuchen, erforschen, analysieren
Antonym(s): ignorieren
Related word(s): Forschung, Untersuchung, Analyse

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Wissenschaftler studieren die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels.The scientists are studying the effects of climate change.
Er studiert seit Jahren die Geschichte des alten Ägyptens.He has been studying the history of ancient Egypt for years.
Wir müssen die Ergebnisse genau studieren, bevor wir eine Entscheidung treffen.We need to study the results carefully before making a decision.

3.) "To memorize/learn diligently"

Definition: "To memorize or learn something with dedication."
Translation(s): to memorize, to learn, to study (for a test)
Synonym(s): auswendig lernen, einprägen, büffeln
Antonym(s): vergessen
Related word(s): Gedächtnis, Lernmethode, Prüfungsvorbereitung

📝 Some usage examples:

Sie muss für die Prüfung viele Formeln studieren.She has to study many formulas for the exam.
Er studiert jeden Tag neue Vokabeln, um sein Englisch zu verbessern.He studies new vocabulary every day to improve his English.
Die Schauspieler müssen ihre Rollen gründlich studieren.The actors have to study their roles thoroughly.

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