weiterlernen
In German, 'keep learning' is translated as weiterlernen.
The phrase is used to describe the ongoing process of acquiring knowledge or skills.
What does it mean word for word?
The verb is a separable verb composed of the prefix weiter-, meaning further or onward and the verb lernen, which means to learn.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using the verb with 'zu' (to), the prefix weiter- and the verb lernen are joined by 'zu' to form weiterzulernen.
Did you know?
- While weiterlernen refers to the act of studying, if you want to say you are 'keeping up' with your learning, you would use the phrase am Ball bleiben, which means 'staying on the ball'.
- The word lernen is a cognate of the English 'learn', but it also shares a root with the word 'disciple'. Both stem from an ancient root meaning 'to follow' or 'to track'.
- In German, lernen refers both to studying a subject and to the process of training for a trade, such as an apprenticeship. This means weiterlernen can describe both academic study and the continuation of professional vocational training.
Examples in context
- Mach weiter mit dem Lernen, du schaffst das!Keep going with the learning, you can do it!
- Fahren Sie bitte mit dem Lernen fort, um berufliche Erfolge zu erreichen.Please continue with your learning to achieve professional success.
- Ich möchte nach der Schule weiterlernen.I want to keep learning after school.
- Sie will in ihrem Beruf weiterlernen.She wants to keep learning in her profession.
Example conversation
Laura and Julian are discussing their career goals at a cafe.
- LauraMöchtest du in diesem Job weiterlernen?Do you want to keep learning in this job?
- JulianJa, ich möchte unbedingt weiterlernen.Yes, I really want to keep learning.
- LauraDas ist eine gute Einstellung, Julian.That is a good attitude, Julian.
- JulianDanke, Laura, das ist mir wichtig.Thanks, Laura, that is important to me.
