Learn and study both relate to getting knowledge, but one is the result and the other is the process.
Learn means gaining knowledge or a skill, often as a result.
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Study means the act of working to gain that knowledge, often over time.
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| learn | study | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | A result, something you gain | A process, an activity |
| Can happen instantly? | Yes, you can learn a fact in a second | No, studying takes time and effort |
| Simple test | "I learned that" means I now know it | "I studied that" means I spent time working on it |
Study is the process of working to gain knowledge. Learn is the result, actually gaining it. You can study for hours without learning much.
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