学ぼうとする

try to learn

→ 学ぶ
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try to learn Combines the volitional form 学ぼう ("let's learn" or "I will learn") with とする to express trying or making an effort to do something. Depending on context, it can also describe someone who is willing or inclined to learn.
JA: 新しいことを学ぼうとする姿勢が大切です。
EN: An attitude of trying to learn new things is important.

進んで学ぼうとするの無い者に教える甲斐がない

There's no point in teaching someone who isn't willing to learn.

彼は誰からも何でも学ぼうとする

He tries to learn anything from anyone.