learning
noun
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Origin of learning
synonym study for learning
OTHER WORDS FROM learning
un·learn·ing, adjectiveWords nearby learning
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What is a basic definition of learning?
Learning is the act of acquiring new knowledge or is the knowledge that has been gained through study. The word learning is also a form of the verb learn.
Learning refers to the process of gaining new knowledge or mastering new skills. Let’s say you want to know how to speak Spanish. You might have a Spanish instructor teach you how to speak it or you might read a lot of books about how to speak Spanish. Both of these strategies are examples of learning. Learning is the counterpart to teaching.
- Real-life examples: Schools and colleges are places of learning because students go there to gain new knowledge. Not every child has a love of learning, and many will avoid studying or hate going to school. Compared to other animals, humans are especially good at learning.
- Used in a sentence: We created a video game that makes learning fun.
The word learning can also mean the knowledge or skills that a person has gained.
- Used in a sentence: She is very smart and always manages to impress me with her impressive learning.
Where does learning come from
The first records of learning come from before the 900s. It ultimately comes from the Old English leornung and is formed from the verb learn.
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What are some other forms related to learning?
- unlearning (adjective)
What are some synonyms for learning?
What are some words that share a root or word element with learning?
What are some words that often get used in discussing learning?
How is learning used in real life?
Learning is a common word that most often means the act of gaining knowledge.
The National Education Union has today advised its members in primary schools that it is unsafe to return on Monday and has called for online learning instead.
I fully support this move.
Solidarity @NEUnion!
— Zarah Sultana MP (@zarahsultana) January 2, 2021
Lightfoot says her love of learning was nurtured by libraries in her Ohio home town.
— Fran Spielman (@fspielman) July 1, 2020
Life isn't all about rainbows and sunshine. Tough times need Tough solutions – my learning as Finance Minister
— Manish Sisodia (@msisodia) May 5, 2020
Try using learning!
Which of the following places is most likely to involve learning?
A. police station
B. shopping mall
C. elementary school
D. post office