學 (xué) - To learn, to study & knowledge, learning

學Tone 2

xué ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

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學 · xué

To learn, to study;

knowledge, learning;

academic subject;

school, educational institution.

To learn, to studyknowledge, learningacademic subject

Usage highlights

To studyStudentSchoolKnowledgeAcademicMathematics

Synonyms

  • 学习— to study, to learn
  • 研究— to research, to investigate
  • 读书— to read, to study

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • I study Chinese (学中文).
  • She attends elementary school (小学).
  • He is learning mathematics (数学).
  • We need to study hard (努力学习).
  • This is a university student (大学生).

Collocations

  • To study(学习)
  • Student(学生)
  • School(学校)
  • Knowledge(学问)
  • Academic(学术)
  • Mathematics(数学)

Idioms

  • Learn tirelessly and teach untiringly(学而不厌，诲人不倦)
  • Learn broadly and inquire earnestly(博学审问)
  • Learn from others' strong points to offset one's weaknesses(学以致用)
  • Study extensively and adhere to accuracy(博学笃志)
  • Learn and then practice(学而时习之)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Highly valued in Confucian tradition as essential for self-cultivation and moral development.
  • Represents the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom throughout Chinese history.
  • Considered fundamental to personal growth and social advancement in traditional Chinese culture.

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