Pronunciation: /ˈtuːtəlɪdʒ/

Definitions of tutelage

noun the act of being under the protection, care, or guidance of someone else; mentorship or guardianship

Example Sentences

A1 She is under the tutelage of a skilled mentor.

A2 The young apprentice learned under the tutelage of the master craftsman.

B1 The artist flourished under the tutelage of a renowned painter.

B2 The athlete's skills were honed through years of tutelage by a world-class coach.

C1 The scholar received tutelage from multiple experts in the field.

C2 The prodigy surpassed all expectations under the tutelage of his mentors.

Examples of tutelage in a Sentence

formal Under the tutelage of a skilled mentor, the apprentice learned the intricate art of calligraphy.

informal She was under the tutelage of a famous chef and learned how to cook delicious meals.

slang I'm in the tutelage of my older brother to learn how to skateboard like a pro.

figurative The young artist considered nature itself to be his greatest tutelage in honing his craft.

Grammatical Forms of tutelage

past tense

tutelaged

plural

tutelages

comparative

more tutelaged

superlative

most tutelaged

present tense

tutelages

future tense

will tutelage

perfect tense

have tutelaged

continuous tense

am tutelaging

singular

tutelage

positive degree

tutelage

infinitive

to tutelage

gerund

tutelaging

participle

tutelaged

Origin and Evolution of tutelage

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'tutelage' originated from the Latin word 'tutela', meaning guardianship or protection.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of guardianship or protection, the word 'tutelage' has evolved to also mean the act of being under someone's guidance or instruction.