Cool MateMeaning of Supervisor
a person who supervises somebody/something
In simple words: A person who manages or oversees other people at work.
Supervisor in a sentence
- I have a meeting with my supervisor about my research topic.
- All work is done under the guidance of a supervisor.
- a nightclub door supervisor
- a special effects supervisor
- the people working under that supervisor
How to use Supervisor
Typically used in workplace contexts. It's appropriate in both formal and casual conversations when referring to someone with authority. Avoid using it in informal settings where a more casual term like 'boss' might be used.
Grammar pattern
supervisor + object
Memory hint
Think of 'super' as someone who watches over you at work.
Related words
Opposites of Supervisor
Common mistakes with Supervisor
- Confusing 'supervisor' with 'manager' - a supervisor usually oversees workers directly.
- Using 'supervisor' for all levels of management, while it's mainly for those who directly manage employees.
- Omitting 'the' before 'supervisor' in sentences.
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Supervisor in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مشرف
شخص يدير أو يراقب أشخاصًا آخرين في العمل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তত্ত্বাবধায়ক
এমন একজন ব্যক্তি যিনি কর্মক্ষেত্রে অন্য লোকেদের পরিচালনা বা তত্ত্বাবধান করেন।
- GermanDeutsch
Vorgesetzter, Aufseher, Betreuer
Jemand, der andere Leute bei der Arbeit leitet oder überwacht.
- SpanishEspañol
Supervisor
Alguien que dirige o vigila a otras personas en el trabajo.
- Persianفارسی
سرپرست
شخصی که دیگران را در محل کار مدیریت یا نظارت میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Superviseur
Quelqu'un qui gère ou supervise d'autres personnes au travail.
- Hindiहिन्दी
पर्यवेक्षक
एक व्यक्ति जो काम पर दूसरे लोगों का प्रबंधन या देखरेख करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Supervisore
Una persona che gestisce o supervisiona altre persone al lavoro.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Supervisor
Uma pessoa que gerencia ou supervisiona outras pessoas no trabalho.
- RussianРусский
Supervisor
Человек, который управляет или присматривает за другими людьми на работе.
- Urduاردو
سپروائزر
وہ شخص جو کام کی جگہ پر دوسرے لوگوں کا انتظام یا نگرانی کرتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
主管, 监督员
在工作场所里，负责管理或监督别人的人。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Supervisor
What does Supervisor mean?
A person who manages or oversees other people at work.
What is the definition of Supervisor?
a person who supervises somebody/something
How do you use Supervisor in a sentence?
I have a meeting with my supervisor about my research topic.
Can you give another example of Supervisor?
All work is done under the guidance of a supervisor.
What are synonyms for Supervisor?
Common alternatives include manager, foreman, overseer, boss, team leader.
What is the opposite of Supervisor?
Opposite meanings include subordinate, employee.
What words go with Supervisor?
It commonly pairs with senior, direct, immediate, act as, under a/the supervisor.
What are common mistakes when using Supervisor?
Confusing 'supervisor' with 'manager' - a supervisor usually oversees workers directly. Using 'supervisor' for all levels of management, while it's mainly for those who directly manage employees. Omitting 'the' before 'supervisor' in sentences.
How do you pronounce Supervisor?
US: /["/ˈsuːpərvaɪzər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsuːpəvaɪzə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Supervisor?
Typically used in workplace contexts. It's appropriate in both formal and casual conversations when referring to someone with authority. Avoid using it in informal settings where a more casual term like 'boss' might be used.
What CEFR level is Supervisor?
"Supervisor" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.