language learner
[/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈlɜːrnər/]
nounpl: language learners
aprendiz de idioma / estudante de língua / aprendente de língua
1. A person who is acquiring knowledge of a language that is not their native language
She is a dedicated language learner who practices every day.
Ela é uma aprendiz de idioma dedicada que pratica todos os dias.
2. A student enrolled in formal or informal language instruction
The language learners in this class come from various countries.
Os aprendizes de idioma nesta classe vêm de vários países.
3. Someone at any proficiency level working to improve their command of a foreign language
As a beginner language learner, I focus on basic vocabulary.
Como aprendente de idioma iniciante, me concentro em vocabulário básico.
In Brazil, the term 'aprendiz de idioma' is widely used in educational and professional contexts, reflecting the country's growing emphasis on multilingualism. In the USA, 'language learner' is a standard term in educational policy and ESL/EFL contexts. The concept is increasingly important due to globalization and immigration patterns in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
language learner's plateau
immerse oneself as a language learner
the language learner's journey
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