der  Lernerfolg

B2

Estimated CEFR level.

/ˈlɛʁnʔɛɐ̯fɔlk/

📚 What exactly is 'Lernerfolg'?

The German word der Lernerfolg refers to the positive outcome of a learning process. It signifies the state where a learner has achieved a specific learning goal, whether it's understanding a concept, mastering a skill, or acquiring knowledge.

It's a compound noun formed from:

• lernen (verb: to learn)
• der Erfolg (noun: success)

So, a Lernerfolg is literally a "learning success". It motivates and validates the learner's efforts. There is only this one article and meaning for the word.

🧐 Grammar in Detail: Der Lernerfolg

The word 'Lernerfolg' is a masculine noun. It follows the standard declension for strong masculine nouns. Its article is always der.

Singular Declension

Plural Declension

The plural is formed with an umlaut on the 'o' and the ending '-e': die Lernerfolge.

Example Sentences 📝

1. Nach intensivem Üben stellte sich endlich der Lernerfolg ein.
   (After intensive practice, learning success finally set in.)
2. Die Lehrerin lobte die schnellen Lernerfolge ihrer Schüler.
   (The teacher praised her students' rapid learning successes.)
3. Wir analysieren die Faktoren, die zu einem nachhaltigen Lernerfolg führen.
   (We analyze the factors that lead to sustainable learning success.)
4. Ohne Motivation ist der Lernerfolg oft nur gering.
   (Without motivation, learning success is often minimal.)

💡 How to Use 'Lernerfolg'?

'Lernerfolg' is used to describe the positive outcome of learning efforts. It can refer to academic, professional, or personal learning processes.

• Context: School, training, university, further education, self-study, coaching.
• Typical Verbs: einen Lernerfolg erzielen (to achieve), haben (to have), sehen (to see), messen (to measure), feiern (to celebrate), sicherstellen (to ensure).
• Typical Adjectives: ein großer (big), schneller (fast), kleiner (small), nachhaltiger (sustainable), sichtbarer (visible) Lernerfolg.

Unlike 'Lernfortschritt' (learning progress), which tends to describe the process, 'Lernerfolg' emphasizes the positive result achieved.

🧠 Mnemonics to Remember

Article: Think of 'der Erfolg' (the success). Since 'Lernerfolg' ends with 'Erfolg', which is masculine, 'Lernerfolg' is also masculine: der Lernerfolg.

Meaning: Imagine you learn (lernen) and at the end, you shout: "Erfolg!" (Success!). The result of your learning is your Lernerfolg (learning success).

🔄 Synonyms & Antonyms

⚠️ Caution: 'Lernaufwand' (learning effort) is not a synonym; it describes the effort invested, not the result.

😂 A Little Joke

Fragt der Lehrer: "Fritzchen, warum lernst du nicht mehr?" Antwortet Fritzchen: "Wozu? Letztes Mal hatte ich so einen großen Lernerfolg, da hatte ich Angst vor dem nächsten!" 😉

Teacher asks: "Fritzchen, why aren't you studying anymore?" Fritzchen replies: "What for? Last time I had such great learning success, I got scared of the next one!" 😉

✍️ Poem about 'Lernerfolg'

Man büffelt, liest und schreibt,
Bis Wissen hängen bleibt.
Die Mühe, oft nicht klein,
Stellt sich als Segen ein.
Ein Licht geht auf, ganz klar,
Der Lernerfolg ist da!

(One crams, reads and writes,
Until knowledge takes flight.
The effort, often not small,
Turns out a blessing for all.
A light bulb appears, so clear,
The learning success is here!)

🧩 Little Riddle

Ich bin das Ziel von Fleiß und Schweiß,
Belohne den, der vieles weiß.
Man sieht mich nach dem Büffeln gern,
Ich bin des Wissens heller Stern.

Was bin ich?

(I am the goal of diligence and sweat,
Rewarding those who knowledge get.
I'm gladly seen when cramming's done,
I am of knowledge the bright sun.

What am I?) (Answer: der Lernerfolg)

✨ Other Information

Word Composition:

The word "Lernerfolg" is a compound noun, composed of:

• The verb stem of "lernen" (to learn) -> Lern-
• The noun "Erfolg" (success) -> -erfolg

It therefore precisely describes the success achieved through learning. It has a consistently positive connotation and is a central term in pedagogy and didactics.