Synonyms for

Teaches

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

Definition

To give knowledge or instruction to someone

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

instructs educates imparts indoctrinates

Informal

shows drills coaches schools

Literary

enlightens admonishes counsels

Antonyms

learns studies receives absorbs acquires understands

Common collocations

  • teaches a lesson
  • teaches a class
  • teaches a subject
  • teaches a skill
  • teaches the truth
  • teaches by example
  • teaches someone how

Word family

noun teacher
verb teach
adjective teachable

Usage note

The verb 'teaches' is the third-person singular present tense of 'teach'. It is commonly used in educational contexts but can also refer to imparting knowledge or skills in any situation.

Example sentences

  1. My mom teaches me how to cook.
  2. The coach teaches the players how to play better.
  3. The teacher teaches math to the students.
  4. The professor teaches history to the class.
  5. The mentor teaches the apprentice how to do the job.

Quotes

  • A good teacher teaches, a great teacher inspires.
  • The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.
  • The best teacher is the one who suggests rather than dogmatizes, and inspires his listener with the wish to teach himself.

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