先生から学ぶ

sensei kara manabu
phraseIntermediate to learn from a teacher
formalinformal

To acquire knowledge, skills, or wisdom from a teacher or mentor.

彼は先生から数学のコツを学びました。

He learned the tricks of math from his teacher.

子供たちは先生から人生の教訓を学びました。

The children learned life lessons from their teacher.

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This phrase emphasizes the importance of learning from experienced individuals, often in an educational or mentorship context.

Collocations

先生から教わるto be taught by a teacher先生から学ぶことwhat one learns from a teacher

Related Phrases

先生に感謝するphrase
to thank a teacher
先生の教えを守るphrase
to follow a teacher's teachings

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Usage

While this phrase is neutral, it can be used in both formal and informal settings. In formal contexts, it may be used to express deep respect for the teacher.

Gold Rule

Respect for Teachers

In Japanese culture, teachers are highly respected, and this phrase reflects that respect by acknowledging the value of their teachings.

📖Word Origin

Composed of 先生 (sensei, teacher) and 学ぶ (manabu, to learn).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used to express gratitude or recognition of learning from a teacher or mentor. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Word Breakdown

先生
teacher
root
+
から
from
particle
+
学ぶ
to learn
root
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