Spanish · Common Verbs
Aprender
To learn
Beginnerverb
Definition
To acquire knowledge or skills.
Example
Aprendo español con esta aplicación.
I'm learning Spanish with this app.
Etymology
'Aprender' has its roots in the Latin word 'prehendere', which means 'to seize or grasp', with the prefix 'a-' suggesting direction or movement towards learning.
How & Where It’s Used
'Aprender' is employed in educational and informal contexts, commonly used in both spoken and written forms throughout the Spanish-speaking world. It has a positive connotation associated with acquiring knowledge.