習得
shūtokuThe act of acquiring or mastering a skill, knowledge, or ability through learning or practice
このプログラムは言語習得に役立つ
This program is helpful for language acquisition
彼は数ヶ月で日本語を習得した
He mastered Japanese in a few months
Often used in educational or professional contexts to describe the process of learning something thoroughly
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
習得 is often used with specific skills or knowledge (e.g., 言語習得 for language acquisition).
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, 習得 is preferred over more casual terms like 習う (narau).
📖Word Origin
From Chinese characters 習 (learn) + 得 (acquire), combining to mean the process of learning and acquiring knowledge or skills
📝Usage Notes
While similar to 習熟 (shūjuku), 習得 emphasizes the process of acquisition rather than the state of mastery. Often used in formal or educational contexts.