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I learned English at school vs I studied English at school

The phrases are correct but the meanings they convey are not the same. 'I learned English at school' implies that the person acquired knowledge of the English language during their time at school. On the other hand, 'I studied English at school' suggests that the person took courses or classes specifically focused on the English language.

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Last updated: June 08, 2024 • 17483 views

I learned English at school

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate acquiring knowledge of the English language during one's time at school.

This phrase is used to express that the person gained knowledge of the English language as part of their education at school.

Examples:

I learned English at school and later went on to study it at university.
She learned English at school, but she still struggles with speaking fluently.

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Viele übersetzte Beispielsätze mit "i learned English at school" – Deutsch- Englisch Wörterbuch und Suchmaschine für Millionen von Deutsch- Übersetzungen.
I learned English at school four years when I was at high school. And yes, your exercises, teaching methods and all others are excellent. Only continue in that ...
Aug 5, 2015 ... My parents don't speak much english, so at home we spoke chinese and I learned english at school. permalink; save; report; give gold; reply.
Jun 9, 2009 ... As I learned English at school, sure at first it IS hard to learn many words that won 't be useful to you and how to conjugate verbs at tense even ...

Alternatives:

I picked up English at school
I acquired English language skills at school

I studied English at school

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate taking courses or classes focused on the English language during one's time at school.

This phrase is used to convey that the person took classes or courses specifically related to the English language as part of their education at school.

Examples:

I studied English at school and then pursued a career as a translator.
They studied English at school, which helped them communicate effectively in their job.

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I studied English at school (I left school 15 years ago) but have practised very little since then. I write an occasional business letter in English but I rarely get the ...
15, I studied English at school but I never listened to the teacher. I wish I ______ more attention. paid. would pay. had paid ...
Oct 31, 2014 ... I studied English at school and, of course, I could not speak it. Then I studied it at university, then I presented my PhD in English and still I could ...
Oct 3, 2011 ... I studied English at school and university but I don't have a practise. I read a lot of techs books. But one year ago I was on motivation seminar ...

Alternatives:

I took English classes at school
I attended English courses at school

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