học
verb · Beginner · Common Verbs
Meaning
English: To learn; to study
To gain knowledge or skill.
Examples
🗣 Tôi học tiếng Việt được một năm rồi.
💬 I have been learning Vietnamese for a year.
Etymology
‘Học’ comes from Proto-Mon-Khmer roots relating to learning or studying. Over time, it has evolved to encompass a broad range of educational contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
‘Học’ is primarily used in educational settings, prominent in formal registers, but also appears in casual discussions about learning interests or experiences.
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