Learnable: meaning, definitions and examples

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learnable

 

[ ˈlɜːrnəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

education

Capable of being learned or taught; having the ability to acquire new knowledge or skills.

Synonyms

educable, teachable, trainable.

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Word Description / Examples
learnable

This word is used to describe something that can be learned or a task that is manageable and possible to understand.

  • Python programming is definitely learnable if you dedicate enough time.
  • The recipe is complex but learnable with some practice.
teachable

This word typically describes a person or a moment that is suitable or capable for teaching. Often used to denote someone's attitude towards learning.

  • She has a very teachable attitude and is always open to feedback.
  • Every mistake can be a teachable moment if approached correctly.
educable

This term generally refers to an individual, often a child or a person with learning disabilities, who is capable of being educated or has the capacity to learn.

  • With the right support, children with special needs are educable and can thrive in educational settings.
  • The educators believe every student is educable and deserving of quality education.
trainable

This term is often used in contexts where someone or something can be trained, usually referring to animals or employees in a workplace.

  • Dogs are highly trainable animals, especially when young.
  • The new employees are very trainable and are picking up skills quickly.

Examples of usage

  • It is important to create a learnable environment in schools to enhance students' learning experience.
  • Patience and dedication are key traits that make a person more learnable.
  • The software is designed to be user-friendly and learnable even for beginners.

Translations

Translations of the word "learnable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aprendível

🇮🇳 सीखने योग्य

🇩🇪 lernbar

🇮🇩 dapat dipelajari

🇺🇦 навчальний

🇵🇱 uczący się

🇯🇵 学びやすい

🇫🇷 apprenable

🇪🇸 aprendible

🇹🇷 öğrenilebilir

🇰🇷 배울 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للتعلم

🇨🇿 učitelný

🇸🇰 učiteľný

🇨🇳 可学习的

🇸🇮 učljiv

🇮🇸 læranlegur

🇰🇿 үйренуге болатын

🇬🇪 სასწავლი

🇦🇿 öyrənilə bilən

🇲🇽 aprendible

Etymology

The word 'learnable' originated from the combination of the words 'learn' and the suffix '-able', which means 'capable of'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 20th century. The concept of learnability has been a significant focus in the field of education and psychology, emphasizing the importance of creating environments and materials that are conducive to learning and skill acquisition.

See also: learn, learned, learner, learners, learning, unlearned.