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Belly Posted 19 years ago
Grammar

Study and learn

What is the difference between the two verb" Study " and Learn"?
  

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'Study' is one of the things you often have to do in order to 'learn' something. 'Study' can also be used to mean 'examine something in detail' or 'observe carefully'. I studied his face for any sign of deceit.

— Yankee

  • 'Study' is one of the things you often have to do in order to 'learn' something.
  • 'Study' can also be used to mean 'examine something in detail' or 'observe carefully'.
  • I studied his face for any sign of deceit.
  • 'Learn' can also be used to mean 'find out (about)' I learned of the theft only yesterday.
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'Study' is one of the things you often have to do in order to 'learn' something.

'Study' can also be used to mean 'examine something in detail' or 'observe carefully'.
I studied his face for any sign of deceit.

'Learn' can also be used to mean 'find out (about)'
I learned of the theft only yesterday.
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So what's the difference between:

I've been learning English for 5 years

I've been studying English for 5 years

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You can study for years, but if you don't actually acquire knowledge, you haven't learned anything.

Acquire knowledge - Learn

Pursue the acquistion of knowledge - Study
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