Punjabi · Common Verbs
ਸਿੱਖਣਾ
sikhna
To learn
Beginnerverb
Definition
To gain knowledge or skill — the very word Sikh means learner.
Example
ਮੈਂ ਗੁਰਮੁਖੀ ਸਿੱਖ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ।
I am learning Gurmukhi.
Etymology
'ਸਿੱਖਣਾ' (sikhna) originates from Sanskrit 'शिक्ष' (śikṣa), which means to learn or teach. The term has been integrated into Punjabi culture, reflecting the importance of education.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਸਿੱਖਣਾ' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, appropriate for formal and informal discussions, especially in educational environments.