L'apprendre (en. To learn it)

[la.pʁɑ̃dʁ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Teaching or introducing something to someone.
It is important to learn it from a young age.
Il est important de l'apprendre dès le plus jeune âge.
Knowing or understanding something.
I try to learn it by myself by reading books.
J'essaie de l'apprendre par moi-même en lisant des livres.
Receiving information.
I recently learned the process of this method.
J'ai appris l'apprentissage de cette méthode récemment.

Etymology

From the French verb 'apprendre', derived from the Latin 'apprehendere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

learning on the job
Acquiring knowledge through experience.
l'apprendre sur le tas
learn at one's expense
Learning something after facing negative consequences.
apprendre à ses dépens
learn something by heart
Memorizing something perfectly.
l'apprendre par cœur

Related Words

teaching
The act of teaching.
enseignement
training
The process of learning and skill development.
formation
knowledge
Knowledge or information acquired.
savoir

Slang Meanings

Learning in an informal or relaxed manner.
He learned French by hanging out with friends.
Il a appris le français en traînant avec des amis.
Being informed about something.
He informed me about the gossip regarding his new project.
Il m'a appris le potin au sujet de son nouveau projet.