Tuon (en. Tutorship)

/tu.on/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being a teacher or instructor.
The students' focus depends on their teacher.
Ang tuon ng mga mag-aaral ay nakasalalay sa kanilang guro.
The activity or process of teaching.
In teaching, the interaction between teacher and student is important.
Sa tuon, mahalaga ang interaksiyon ng guro at estudyante.
A way of imparting knowledge or skills.
Teaching is not just from books but also from experience.
Ang tuon ay hindi lamang sa libro kundi pati sa karanasan.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'tutio' meaning protection.

Common Phrases and Expressions

under the tutorship
Under the care or management of a teacher or instructor.
sa ilalim ng tuon

Related Words

guru
A person who studies and teaches a particular discipline.
guru
mentorship
A process where a more experienced person teaches and guides a newer member.
mentorship

Slang Meanings

Dry or empty
My pocket is like tuon, it's empty.
Parang tuon na lang ang bulsa ko, walang laman.
Feeling unmotivated or lacking enthusiasm
I'm just tuon today, I don’t want to study.
Tuon na lang ako ngayon, ayaw ko nang mag-aral.
Getting tired of or used to something
I'm tuon with what I'm doing, it just feels boring now.
Tuon na ako sa ginagawa ko, parang wala nang saya.