VERB
erlernen/ɛɐ̯ˈlɛʁnən/to learn; to master; to acquire
erlernen is a German verb that means to learn, to master, or to acquire. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈlɛʁnən/. In conjugation, the simple past is "erlernte" and the past participle is "erlernt".
Definitions
1.to learn something thoroughly, to master (a skill, language, etc.)(skill acquisition)
a.to acquire comprehensive knowledge or skill through learning
Er hat in jungen Jahren das Klavierspielen erlernt.—He learned to play the piano at a young age.
b.to master a specialized activity or craft
Sie möchte einen Beruf erlernen.—She wants to learn a profession.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | erlernen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | erlerne |
| Present (du) | erlernst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | erlernt |
| Preterite (ich) | erlernte |
| Participle II | erlernt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | erlernte |
| Imperative (singular) | erlern |
| Imperative (plural) | erlernt |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "erlernen" mean in English?
- "erlernen" means to learn, to master, or to acquire. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "erlernen"?
- "erlernen" is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈlɛʁnən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "erlernen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "erlernen" is "erlernt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "erlernen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "erlernen" becomes "erlernte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "erlernen"?
- "erlernen" is a verb in German.
