estudiar
study
Dedicar tiempo a aprender o comprender algo, leyendo o practicando.
Definition & meaning
The verb estudiar means to study. It refers to the act of applying one's mind to acquire knowledge, typically through reading, research, or attending classes.
It can also be used in the sense of examining or analyzing something in detail, such as a project, a proposal, or a situation.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar: It is a regular verb ending in -ar. It functions as a transitive or intransitive verb depending on the context.
Word origin: The word originates from the Latin term studere, which means to be eager for, to strive after, or to devote oneself to something.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- aprender: To learn.
- analizar: To analyze.
- investigar: To investigate.
- preparar: To prepare.
- cursar: To take a course.
Antonyms:
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Examples
Yo estudio matemáticas en la escuela.verb
I study mathematics at school.
María va a estudiar esta tarde.verb
María is going to study this afternoon.
Vamos a estudiar español en casa.verb
We are going to study Spanish at home.
Estudiaremos por la tarde.verb
We will study in the afternoon.
Mi hermana estudia inglés todos los días.verb
My sister studies English every day.
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