Tutor

Pronunciation: /ˈtutər/

Definitions of tutor

noun A person who provides instruction or teaches a particular subject or skill.

Example Sentences

A1 My tutor helps me with my homework.

A2 The tutor explained the lesson in a simple way.

B1 The tutor provided additional resources for further study.

B2 I have been working with a tutor to improve my language skills.

C1 The tutor's expertise in the subject matter was evident during the session.

C2 The private tutor tailored the lessons to meet my specific needs.

Examples of tutor in a Sentence

formal The tutor provided personalized instruction to help the student improve their academic performance.

informal I have a math tutor who helps me with my homework after school.

slang My tutor is the bomb, she really knows how to explain things in a way I understand.

figurative Life can be a harsh tutor, teaching us lessons through experience and challenges.

Grammatical Forms of tutor

• past tense: tutored
• plural: tutors
• comparative: more tutor
• superlative: most tutor
• present tense: tutors
• future tense: will tutor
• perfect tense: have tutored
• continuous tense: is tutoring
• singular: tutor
• positive degree: tutor
• infinitive: to tutor
• gerund: tutoring
• participle: tutoring

Origin and Evolution of tutor

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'tutor' originated from the Latin word 'tutor', meaning 'guardian' or 'protector'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'tutor' evolved to refer to a person who provides academic assistance and guidance to a student.