Chinese
jiàoliàn
Meaning: coach; instructor; trainer
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Example sentences

在教練的指導下,我的游泳技術進步了很多。
在教练的指导下,我的游泳技术进步了很多。
Under the coach's guidance, my swimming technique has improved a lot.
教練希望從新成員中選拔出最優秀的人才。
The coach hopes to select the most excellent talent from among the new members.
自從換了新教練後,球員們士氣大振。
Since the new coach arrived, the players' morale has soared.
教練在比賽最後一刻派出了王牌投手。
The coach sent in the ace pitcher at the last moment of the game.
由於表現不佳,教練決定撤換守門員。
Due to poor performance, the coach decided to replace the goalkeeper.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a person who trains others or the act of training.

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