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A person who is acquiring knowledge or skills. The term is more general than pupil or student and is often used in pedagogical or formal contexts.
Der Kurs richtet sich an fortgeschrittene Lernende der deutschen Sprache.
The course is aimed at advanced learners of the German language.
The word 'Lernende(r)' (learner) is a nominalized participle of the verb 'lernen' (to learn). It describes a person who is in the process of learning.
Die Lernenden arbeiten in kleinen Gruppen zusammen.
The learners work together in small groups.
Since this is a nominalized adjective, it is declined like an adjective. The ending changes depending on the article and case.
Der Lernende stellt eine Frage.
The learner asks a question.
The term is often used in pedagogical and formal contexts. In the plural, 'die Lernenden' (the learners), it is a common and gender-inclusive term for a group of people who are learning.
Diese App wurde speziell für Lernende entwickelt.
This app was developed especially for learners.
student / pupil
Schüler refers to a person in their role at a general-education school. Lernender is more general and can refer to anyone acquiring knowledge or skills; the word often sounds more formal. In everyday school contexts, Schüler is usually the better fit, while Lernender is used in general statements about education.
Jeder Lernende braucht beim Üben einer neuen Methode ausreichend Zeit.
Every learner needs enough time when practicing a new method.
Der Schüler übt im Unterricht eine neue Rechenmethode.
The student practices a new method of calculation in class.
