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aprender

Verb Noun

In Spanish, "learn" is aprender.

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Pronunciation

For 'aprender', tap the single r lightly with the tip of your tongue; stress naturally falls on the last syllable, and keep every vowel crisp and unglided.

Grammar notes

aprender is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Los niños aprenden rápido.

Children learn quickly.

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How to remember aprender

Notice how 'aprender' feels in your mouth, then tie that physical feeling to Children learn quickly.

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Questions about aprender

How do you pronounce aprender?

For 'aprender', tap the single r lightly with the tip of your tongue; stress naturally falls on the last syllable, and keep every vowel crisp and unglided.

Is aprender formal or casual?

aprender is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is aprender used in Spanish?

aprender is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Los niños aprenden rápido. (Children learn quickly.).

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