Difference between Learnt and Learned

The words "learned" and "learnt" are both past tenses of the verb "learn," and but they have the same meaning, how they are used differs by location. In British English and other parts of the world, "learnt" is more common, but "learned" is the preferred form in the US and Canada. The worldwide nature of English can be seen in both variants, which are widely recognized despite the difference.

Is it "learned" or "learnt"?

The past tense and past participle forms of the verb "learn" are "learned" and "learnt". They can be used equally in both situations, however their usage varies depending on whether you are using American English or British English.

• Learned can be used as both a verb and an adjective. As an adjective, it signifies someone knowledgeable or highly educated. When used this way, "learned" is pronounced with two syllables, like "ler-ned," to emphasize its meaning.
• Learnt, on the other hand, is exclusively used as a verb in British English and rhymes with "burnt."

Learned and Learnt as Adjectives

When "learned" is used as an adjective, it can be pronounced two ways: [lur-nid], like in "a learned scholar," or [lurnd], like in "learned behavior." The word "learnt" is rarely used as an adjective, but when it is, it's usually pronounced the same way as in "learnt behavior."

Is "learnt" regular or irregular?

Adding -ed or -d to the basic form of most verbs creates their past tense and past participle, as in "learned" from "learn." We call these regular verbs. We refer to verbs that do not fit this pattern as irregular verbs.

Is "learned" regular or irregular?

Most verbs take the base form and add -ed or -d to generate their past tense and past participle, such as "learned" from "learn." They are referred to as regular verbs. It is known as an irregular verb if the verb does not fit this pattern.

To clarify their usage, here are some examples:

Learned:

• The lessons she learned from her experiences are helping her today.
• John learned a poem by Emily Dickinson.
• At the end of the year, she had learned to play the flute.
  

Learnt:

• Daisy had learnt in physics that every particle attracts every other particle with a force.
• I have learnt never to disrespect our elders.
• One of the earliest lessons I learnt in the hospitality industry was to communicate clearly.

You should use "learned" or "learnt" depending on your language preferences and history. They both express the same concept and add to the variety of the language. You may use the proper form with confidence and appreciate how versatile English is if you know how they differ.

Using "learnt" and "learned" in Sentences

Here are a few examples of how "learnt" and "learned" can be used in sentences:

• British English: I learnt a lot about research methods during my higher studies.
• American English: I learned a lot about research methods during my higher studies.

• British English: She has always been a quick learner and has easily learnt new things.
• American English: She has always been a quick learner and has easily learned new things.

• British English: The engineers learnt that the design needed further testing.
  
• American English: The engineers learned that the design needed further testing.
  

The exception: Learned as an adjective

The adjective "learned," which indicates having gained knowledge via study or experience, is an exception to the rule that said "learned" or "learned." As an example,

• The statement "she is a learned scholar in the field of statistics" shows the individual has gained extensive expertise in the discipline.
• The verb "learned" is in the past tense and cannot be used as an adjective, so it would not be suitable in this case.
  

Here are some more similar examples:

• His speeches reflect his learned understanding of philosophy and ethics.
• This documentary showcases the filmmaker's learned approach to storytelling.
• Her learned commentary on ancient art captivated the audience.
  

Conclusion

In conclusion, learnt is commonly used while writing in British English, while learned is applied in American English. The next time you're confused about which word to choose, keep in mind that both are appropriate and that all you need to consider is the format in which you're writing your research.