instructor

[ɪnˈstrʌktər]

instructor Definition

  • 1a person whose job is to teach a particular subject, especially in a school or college
  • 2a person who teaches a particular skill or sport

Using instructor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "instructor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He works as an instructor at a driving school.

  • Example

    She is a yoga instructor at the gym.

  • Example

    The instructor gave us a lot of homework to do.

  • Example

    The instructor explained the concept clearly.

instructor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for instructor

Antonyms for instructor

Idioms Using instructor

  • teach or train someone in a particular skill or subject

    Example

    He instructed me in the art of cooking.

  • provide someone with guidance or direction on how to do something

    Example

    The coach gave the team instructions on how to play the game.

  • follow someone's instructions

    do what someone has told or directed you to do

    Example

    I followed the instructions on the recipe and made a delicious cake.

Phrases with instructor

  • a person who teaches skiing

    Example

    I took lessons from a ski instructor during my vacation.

  • a person who teaches people how to drive

    Example

    My driving instructor was very patient with me.

  • a person who leads and instructs groups or individuals in exercise activities

    Example

    The fitness instructor showed us how to do the exercises correctly.

Origins of instructor

from Latin 'instructus', meaning 'prepared'

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Summary: instructor in Brief

An 'instructor' [ɪnˈstrʌktər] is a person who teaches a particular subject or skill. They can be found in schools, colleges, and gyms, among other places. Examples include 'She is a yoga instructor at the gym.' and 'The instructor gave us a lot of homework to do.' Phrases like 'ski instructor' and idioms like 'instruct someone in something' are also common.

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