学习
xuexi
The English word "learning" is translated into Chinese as 学习 (xuexi).
学习 is the most common and general term for "learning" in Chinese. While it covers broad concepts of acquiring knowledge, other terms can be used for more specific contexts. For example, 学问 refers specifically to academic or scholarly learning, while 钻研 conveys the notion of delving into or researching deeply a specific subject. Additionally, 研究 primarily means "research," but it can also express a more intensive form of learning or studying.
Meaning: action of the verb (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word 学习 is composed of two parts: 学 (xué), meaning "to learn" or "to study" and 习, meaning "to practice" or "to review".
How do you pronounce it?
xuexi
Did you know?
- The character 习 in 学习 originally depicted the movements of a young bird practicing flying by flapping its wings. This implies that true learning is not just mental, but a physical repetition of actions.
- In modern slang, the term 学霸 refers to a 'study overlord', a student who is exceptionally good at 学习 and dominates the class rankings.
- While 学习 means 'learning', if a person says they are 学习 in a political context in China, it often refers to 'studying' official party documents or ideology.
Examples in context
- 他在学习英语。He is learning English.This sentence is useful for showing the use of 学习 with a language.Tatoeba #6177316 by kaoet, translation #3592623 by Jesse
- 他在学习德语。He's learning German.Tatoeba #9992088 by GlossaMatik, translation #9996034 by shekitten
- 我们在学习中文。We're learning Chinese.Tatoeba #3521456 by GlossaMatik, translation #555191 by FeuDRenais
- 我很喜欢学习新知识。I really enjoy learning new knowledge.
- 他在历史学问方面有很深的造诣。He has profound knowledge in the field of history.
- 我正在学中文。I am currently learning Chinese.
- 我想研究一下这个问题。I would like to study/research this problem a bit.
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Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their new hobby.
- 雨婷 Yuting俊杰，你在做什么？Jùnjié, nǐ zài zuò shénme?Junjie, what are you doing?
- 俊杰 Junjie我在学习弹钢琴。Wǒ zài xuéxí tán gāngqín.I am learning to play the piano.
- 雨婷 Yuting学习钢琴难吗？Xuéxí gāngqín nán ma?Is learning the piano difficult?
- 俊杰 Junjie有一点难，但是很有趣。Yǒu yīdiǎn nán, dànshì hěn yǒuqù.It is a little difficult, but very interesting.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
