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    Maestra (en. Teacher)

    /maes'tra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Person who teaches, especially in a school.
    The math teacher explained the topic well.
    La maestra de matemáticas explicó bien el tema.
    Woman who holds a master's degree in a field of study.
    She is a teacher in history and has written several books.
    Ella es maestra en historia y ha escrito varios libros.
    Woman who exercises authority or leadership in a specific context.
    The dance teacher taught us new movements.
    La maestra del baile nos enseñó nuevos movimientos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'magistra,' which means 'teacher,' derived from 'magister.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a teacher
    To practice the profession of educator.
    ser maestra
    school teacher
    Woman who teaches in a primary or secondary school.
    maestra de escuela
    life teacher
    Person who provides valuable lessons about life.
    maestra de vida

    Related Words

    male teacher
    Man who teaches or imparts knowledge.
    maestro
    education
    Process of teaching and learning.
    educación
    class
    Group of students under the instruction of a teacher.
    clase

    Slang Meanings

    Woman who is very strict with her students.
    That teacher is very 'tough' in her classes.
    Esa maestra es bien 'fiera' en sus clases.
    Teacher who has a close relationship with her students.
    The 'cool' teacher always brings candies to class.
    La maestra 'cool' siempre trae dulces a clase.