Meaning
To gain knowledge or skill by study, experience, or being taught.
Cultural Background
The concept of 'Guru-Shishya' (Teacher-Student) is deeply embedded. Learning is not just about books, but about character building. The term 'upskilling' is often translated using 'सीखना' in professional training programs. Learning household skills (like cooking) from elders is a common rite of passage.
Focus on the process
When using 'सीखना', always mention the skill you are learning in the infinitive form (ending in -ना).
Don't mix up teach and learn
Remember: 'Seekhna' is for you, 'Sikhana' is for others.
Meaning
To gain knowledge or skill by study, experience, or being taught.
Focus on the process
When using 'सीखना', always mention the skill you are learning in the infinitive form (ending in -ना).
Don't mix up teach and learn
Remember: 'Seekhna' is for you, 'Sikhana' is for others.
Respect the teacher
In India, saying 'मैंने आपसे सीखा' (I learned from you) is a very respectful compliment.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'सीखना'.
मैंने पिछले साल तैरना ______।
Since 'tairna' (swimming) is the object, and it's past tense, 'seekha' is correct.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
The present continuous 'seekh raha hai' is correct for 'is learning'.
Match the Hindi word to its English meaning.
Match: सीखना, सिखाना, अभ्यास
Seekhna = Learn, Sikhana = Teach, Abhyas = Practice.
Complete the dialogue.
A: क्या तुम खाना बनाना जानते हो? B: नहीं, मैं ______।
In response to 'do you know how to cook', 'I am learning' is the logical answer.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesमैंने पिछले साल तैरना ______।
Since 'tairna' (swimming) is the object, and it's past tense, 'seekha' is correct.
Choose the correct sentence.
The present continuous 'seekh raha hai' is correct for 'is learning'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Seekhna = Learn, Sikhana = Teach, Abhyas = Practice.
A: क्या तुम खाना बनाना जानते हो? B: नहीं, मैं ______।
In response to 'do you know how to cook', 'I am learning' is the logical answer.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, but 'पढ़ना' (to study) is often more common for academic subjects.
No, it can be used for abstract concepts like 'learning to be patient'.
Because it is a transitive verb in the past tense, requiring the ergative case.
It can sound like a command. Use 'आप सीखें' for polite suggestions.
'सीख लेना' implies the completion of the learning process.
Yes, it is the standard verb for language acquisition.
Related Phrases
सिखाना
specialized formTo teach
ज्ञान प्राप्त करना
synonymTo gain knowledge
अभ्यास करना
builds onTo practice
