German Word of the Day
lernen
LER-nen • verb — 12th of Jun, 2026
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Meaning: to learn; to study (acquire knowledge or a skill)
Examples
- Ich lerne Deutsch.
(I am learning German.) - Sie lernt jeden Tag für die Prüfung.
(She studies every day for the exam.) - Wir lernen aus unseren Fehlern.
(We learn from our mistakes.)
Synonyms
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Conjugation
| Person | Präsens | Präteritum |
|---|---|---|
| ich | lerne | lernte |
| du | lernst | lerntest |
| er/sie/es | lernt | lernte |
| wir | lernen | lernten |
| ihr | lernt | lerntet |
| sie/Sie | lernen | lernten |
Use lernen for general learning or studying (languages, skills, facts). Studieren often implies formal study, especially at university. Pauken is informal and means to cram or study intensively for tests. Conjugate regularly (ich lerne, du lernst, er/sie lernt).
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