Meaning & Definition of word "Coaching"

Coaching

/ˈkoʊ.tʃɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. The act of teaching or training a person or team in a particular skill or subject.
    • Example: The coaching provided by the experienced trainer improved the team's performance.
  • 2. Professional guidance or advice for personal or professional development.
    • Example: She sought coaching to enhance her leadership skills.
  • 3. A process of providing feedback and support to help someone achieve specific goals.
    • Example: His coaching helped her to articulate her goals clearly.

verb:

  • 1. To train or instruct a person or group in skills or knowledge.
    • Example: She is coaching the new employees on customer service best practices.
  • 2. To provide guidance or instruction to improve someone's performance.
    • Example: He has been coaching the youth soccer team for several years.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'coach', meaning to transport or guide.

Common Phrases and Expressions

executive coaching:

A type of coaching aimed at improving leadership skills in business executives.

life coaching:

A professional service that helps individuals achieve their personal goals.

sports coaching:

Training and strategizing in a sports context to enhance performance.

Related Words

coach:

A person who trains or instructs others.

training:

The action of teaching a person or animal a special skill or type of behavior.

mentor:

An experienced and trusted advisor.

Slang Meanings of coaching

Meaning: To give advice or instruction informally.

Example Sentence: He coached her through the tough times with a lot of advice.

Meaning: To push someone to succeed or improve.

Example Sentence: She really coached me to get my act together for the presentation.