Chinese
jiàodǎo
Meaning: to teach; to instruct; to guide
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

教導
教
導
教导
教
导

Example sentences

The teacher carefully instructed us on how to solve difficulties.
老師經常教導我們,良好的品格比優異的成績更重要。
老师经常教导我们,良好的品格比优异的成绩更重要。
The teacher often teaches us that a good moral character is more important than excellent grades.
無論走到哪裡,我都牢記著老師的教導。
无论走到哪里,我都牢记著老师的教导。
No matter where I go, I always keep the teacher's teachings firmly in mind.
外公從小就教導我們要正正當當的做人。
外公从小就教导我们要正正当当的做人。
Grandfather has taught us since childhood to be an upright person.

Usage Notes

Used when someone with more knowledge or experience provides instruction or guidance to others.

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