teachers

word · lemma: teacher

/ˈtitʃɝz/
TEE-churz
/tˈiːtʃəz/
TEE-chuhz

Definition

Teachers are people whose job is to help students learn, usually in a school, college, or other educational setting. They explain ideas, give guidance, and support learning.

Usage & Nuances

'Teacher' is a general word; 'professor' is usually for university teachers, and 'instructor' can sound more specific or formal. Common collocations include 'teacher training', 'classroom teacher', and 'homeroom teacher'. In everyday use, people often say 'teachers' when talking about school staff in general.

Example Sentences

The teachers are in the meeting room.

basic

Our teachers give us a lot of homework.

basic

Some teachers use games in class.

basic

The best teachers make difficult ideas feel simple.

natural

A lot of teachers buy classroom supplies with their own money.

natural

People remember the teachers who believed in them.

natural