lernen
to learn
A regular verb meaning 'to learn' or 'to study'. Perfect model for standard German conjugation. Different from 'studieren' (to study at university). Used in everyday contexts: 'Ich lerne Deutsch' (I'm learning German).
Conjugation
Present Tense (Präsens)
| Pronomen | Form |
|---|---|
| ich | lerne |
| du | lernst |
| er/sie/es | lernt |
| wir | lernen |
| ihr | lernt |
| sie/Sie | lernen |
Simple Past (Präteritum)
| Pronomen | Form |
|---|---|
| ich | lernte |
| du | lerntest |
| er/sie/es | lernte |
| wir | lernten |
| ihr | lerntet |
| sie/Sie | lernten |
Perfect (Perfekt)
| Auxiliary | Partizip II |
|---|---|
| haben | gelernt |
z.B.: Ich habe gelernt
Imperative (Imperativ)
| du | ihr | Sie |
|---|---|---|
| lern(e) | lernt | lernen Sie |
Example Sentences
Ich lerne seit drei Monaten Deutsch.
I have been learning German for three months.
Wir haben viel in der Schule gelernt.
We learned a lot at school.
Usage Tips
'lernen' vs 'studieren': 'lernen' is for general learning (skills, languages, school subjects), 'studieren' is specifically for university studies. 'Ich lerne Deutsch' but 'Ich studiere Medizin'.
Common Mistakes
Using 'studieren' for language learning: 'Ich studiere Deutsch'
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