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Teaching

UK /["/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the work of a teacher

In simple words: Helping someone learn something.

Examples

Teaching can be a rewarding profession that impacts many lives.
She enjoys teaching children how to read and write.
His teaching style is very engaging and interactive.
Teaching at the university level requires advanced degrees.
Many people believe that teaching is the key to a better future.

Usage notes

Use 'teaching' in various contexts, like formal education or casual skills-sharing. Avoid using it in overly informal situations.

Grammar pattern

teach + object + (to + object)

Memory hint

Think of a teacher in a classroom guiding students with a big pointer.

Collocations

effective
good
poor
get into
go into
promote
method
strategy
style
in teaching
an approach to teaching
a method of teaching
a style of teaching
ancient
traditional
official
follow
contradict
accept
in the teaching
teaching about
teaching on

Synonyms

instructing
educating
coaching
mentoring
tutoring

Antonyms

learning
ignorance

Common mistakes

Confused with 'preaching' - focus on the learning aspect.
Using 'teach' with intransitive verbs incorrectly - it should always take an object.
Mixing up 'learn' and 'teach' - remember 'learn' is for the student.