learner
UK: ˈlɜː.nər | US: ˈlɝː.nɚ
n. a person who is acquiring knowledge or skill through study, practice, or experience
The word "learner" originates from the Old English "leornian," meaning "to learn," combined with the agentive suffix "-er," which denotes "one who performs an action." The root "learn" traces back to Proto-Germanic *liznōjan, implying a process of gaining knowledge. Over time, "-er" became a productive suffix in English for forming nouns indicating a person associated with a verb (e.g., "teacher," "runner"). Thus, "learner" logically evolved to describe someone engaged in learning.
She is a fast learner and mastered the language in months.
Adult learners often bring valuable life experience to the classroom.
The app adapts to each learner’s pace.
As a beginner, he embraced the mindset of a lifelong learner.
The course is designed for visual learners.