Meaning & Definition of word "Teach"

Teach

/tiːtʃ/

1. to impart knowledge or skills to someone; to instruct.
- Example: The teacher will teach the students about the solar system.
2. to cause someone to learn or understand something.
- Example: I hope to teach him the importance of honesty.
3. to give instruction in a specific subject or activity.
- Example: She teaches yoga classes every Wednesday.

Old English 'tæcan', which means to show, cause to know, or give knowledge.

teach someone a lesson:

To instruct someone in a way that leads them to understand a mistake or consequence.

teach the ropes:

To show someone how things are done.

teach by example:

To demonstrate how something should be done rather than just explaining it.

teacher:

A person who teaches, especially in a school.

teaching:

The act of instructing or educating.

taught:

The past tense of teach.

Meaning: School someone

Example Sentence: He schooled me on the rules of the game.

Meaning: Drop some knowledge

Example Sentence: She dropped some knowledge on us about how to invest wisely.