How to Pronounce "mentor"
word
/ˈmɛnˌtɔɹ/
MEN-tor
/mˈɛntɔː/
MEN-taw
Definition
A mentor is someone who gives advice and guidance, especially to someone younger or less experienced.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɛnˌtɔɹ/
British English
/mˈɛntɔː/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MEN-tor
UK
MEN-taw
Listen in Context
My mentor helped me choose my career path.
She became my mentor when I started my new job.
A good mentor listens and gives honest feedback.
I'm so grateful to have had a mentor who believed in me.