learn (A1)
verb
Pronunciation: /lɜːrn/
Definition
To gain knowledge or skill by studying, practicing, or being taught.
Examples
I want to learn how to play the guitar.
She is learning Spanish at university.
Children learn quickly when they are young.
How to Use learn
- learn to do something (prepositional phrase)
- To gain the skill or knowledge to perform an action. — "He learned to swim last summer."
- learn about something (prepositional phrase)
- To gain knowledge or information about a topic. — "We learned about ancient Egypt in history class."
- learn from someone/something (prepositional phrase)
- To gain knowledge or experience from a person or event. — "I learned a lot from my mistakes."
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