Synonyms for

Teacher

Verb / ˈti:tʃɜ: / Another word for teacher — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who teaches, especially in a school.

Synonyms & similar words

instructor educator instructor professor tutor coach mentor guide lecturer trainer pedagogue preceptor guru master sage advisor counselor instructress schoolmaster schoolmistress schoolteacher

Synonyms by register

Formal

educator instructor pedagogue tutor

Informal

prof coach guide mentor

Literary

sage guru master

Antonyms

student pupil learner disciple apprentice novice

Common collocations

  • good teacher
  • great teacher
  • math teacher
  • science teacher
  • art teacher
  • history teacher
  • former teacher
  • new teacher

Word family

noun teacher
verb teach
adjective teachable
adverb teachably

Usage note

While 'teacher' is a general term, 'educator' often implies a professional with formal training. 'Instructor' can sometimes suggest a more specific skill-based teaching role.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher explained the lesson clearly.
  2. My favorite teacher is my English teacher.
  3. The teacher helped me with my homework.
  4. I want to be a teacher when I grow up.
  5. The teacher gave us a quiz today.

Quotes

  • The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. - William Arthur Ward
  • A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops. - Henry Adams
  • The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. - Alexandra K. Trenfor

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