educador
“educador” means “educator” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
educator
Also: mentor, social worker
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Mi tío es un gran educador que trabaja con jóvenes.
A2My uncle is a great educator who works with young people.
El papel del educador es inspirar a sus alumnos.
B1The role of the educator is to inspire their students.
Necesitamos contratar a un educador social para el centro comunitario.
B2We need to hire a social worker for the community center.
educational
Also: formative
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Esta película tiene un gran valor educador.
B2This movie has great educational value.
La labor educadora de la familia es fundamental.
C1The formative work of the family is fundamental.
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What is the correct way to refer to a female educator?
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From the Latin 'educator', which comes from 'educare', meaning 'to lead out' or 'to bring up'. It suggests leading a student out of a state of not knowing.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'educador' the same as 'profesor'?
Not exactly. While both teach, 'profesor' usually refers to someone in a school or university setting. 'Educador' is a broader term that includes social workers, mentors, and anyone involved in the formative development of others.
How do you pronounce the 'd' in 'educador'?
In Spanish, a 'd' between vowels (like the first 'd') or at the end of a word (the second 'd') is very soft. It sounds a bit like the 'th' in the English word 'this'.
Can I use 'educador' to describe a toy or a book?
Usually, no. For objects like books or toys, it is much more common to use the adjective 'educativo' (e.g., 'un juguete educativo').