instruct — to teach someone how to do something or give them detailed information about what they should do
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to teach someone how to do something or give them detailed information about what they should do
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈstrʌkt/
Korean meaning: 가르치다, 지시하다, 명령하다
Korean pronunciation: 인**스트**럭트
Example Sentences
- My grandmother instructed me never to trust someone who doesn't like pizza.
- The GPS instructed me to turn left, but I ended up in someone's driveway.
- Please instruct all employees about the new safety procedures.
instruct
VERB//ɪnˈstrʌkt//
to teach someone how to do something or give them detailed information about what they should do
The ski coach instructs beginners on how to balance before their first slope.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'instruere' meaning 'to build, arrange, or furnish with information.' The word combines 'in-' (in, into) with 'struere' (to build or arrange), originally referring to building knowledge or skills in someone.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother instructed me never to trust someone who doesn't like pizza.”
“The GPS instructed me to turn left, but I ended up in someone's driveway.”
“Please instruct all employees about the new safety procedures.”
“The manual instructs users to shake well before opening.”
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