They were eager to learn from him.

Meaning: They really wanted to learn from the old man.

Choice of Words: Eager means wanting to do something very much. Learn means to gain knowledge or skill. Him refers to the old man.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• They were eager to learn more.
• Students were eager to learn more.
• The little girl skipped happily to school, eager to learn.
• He listened attentively, eager to learn something new.
• The student asked thoughtful questions, eager to learn more about the topic.
• He eagerly turned the pages, eager to learn more.
• Students eager to learn, eyes sparkle.
• She was eager to learn something new.
• I'm eager to learn about different languages and dialects.
• I'm eager to learn about different religions and beliefs.