lernen
Translation
you learn, you are learning
Examples
Du lernst schnell Deutsch.
You learn German quickly.
Was lernst du heute in der Schule?
What are you learning at school today?
Grammar Patterns
((to learn)) ((sth.)) to learn sth. You learn German.
((to learn)) ((from sb.)) to learn from sb. You learn from your teacher.
((to learn)) ((from sth.)) to learn from sth. You learn from your mistakes.
Similar Words
studieren, büffeln, sich aneignen
Etymology
From Old High German 'lernen', related to 'lehren' (to teach).
Memory Tips
Cognate with English 'learn'. The '-st' ending is the standard conjugation for 'du' (you, singular informal).