Cool MateMeaning of Taught
The past form of teach; to give knowledge or skill.
In simple words: To show or help someone learn something.
Taught in a sentence
- She taught me how to ride a bike.
- He taught mathematics at the local high school.
- The coach taught the players new strategies.
- My parents taught me to value honesty.
- The artist taught a class on painting techniques.
- She taught me to be confident in my abilities.
- The course they taught was very beneficial.
How to use Taught
Use 'taught' when referring to learning experiences. Avoid using it in casual conversations about recent events, as it's the past tense.
Grammar pattern
teach + object + object complement
Memory hint
Sounds like 'caught' - imagine catching a ball while learning.
Related words
Collocations with Taught
- taught a lesson
- taught a class
- taught someone something
- taught by a teacher
- taught in school
Opposites of Taught
- untaught
- uneducated
Common mistakes with Taught
- Confused with 'taut', which means tight.
- Using 'taught' instead of 'teach' in present tense contexts.
- Incorrectly conjugating 'tought' as a verb.
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Frequently asked questions about Taught
What does Taught mean?
To show or help someone learn something.
What is the definition of Taught?
The past form of teach; to give knowledge or skill.
How do you use Taught in a sentence?
She taught me how to ride a bike.
Can you give another example of Taught?
He taught mathematics at the local high school.
What are synonyms for Taught?
Common alternatives include instruct, educate, train, coach, mentor.
What is the opposite of Taught?
Opposite meanings include untaught, uneducated.
What words go with Taught?
It commonly pairs with taught a lesson, taught a class, taught someone something, taught by a teacher, taught in school.
What are common mistakes when using Taught?
Confused with 'taut', which means tight. Using 'taught' instead of 'teach' in present tense contexts. Incorrectly conjugating 'tought' as a verb.
How do you pronounce Taught?
US: //tɔt//, UK: //tɔːt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Taught?
Use 'taught' when referring to learning experiences. Avoid using it in casual conversations about recent events, as it's the past tense.