Indonesian · Common Verbs
belajar
To learn; to study
Beginnerverb
Definition
To gain knowledge or skill.
Example
Saya belajar bahasa Indonesia setahun.
I have been learning Indonesian for a year.
Etymology
'Belajar' comes from the root 'ajar,' meaning 'to teach' or related to learning, with the prefix 'be-' indicating the act of engaging in study.
How & Where It’s Used
'Belajar' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, widely applied in academic settings and everyday discussions.