profesora
“profesora” means “teacher” in Spanish (female, K-12 or general instruction).
teacher, professor
Also: instructor
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Mi profesora de historia nos dio mucha tarea.
A1My history teacher gave us a lot of homework.
La profesora García es muy estricta con las fechas de entrega.
A2Professor García is very strict with the submission deadlines.
Ella aspira a ser profesora titular en la facultad de derecho.
B1She aspires to be a tenured professor in the law school.
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Which Spanish article must be used before 'profesora'?
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Comes from the Latin word *professor*, meaning 'one who declares publicly' or 'one who avows knowledge,' derived from the verb *profiteri* (to declare).
First recorded: Medieval Latin (as a title)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'profesora' and 'maestra'?
Both mean 'teacher'. 'Maestra' usually refers to a teacher in primary school (elementary school), while 'profesora' is generally used for teachers in secondary school, high school, or university.
Can I use 'profe' instead of 'profesora'?
'Profe' is a common, friendly, and informal shortening of 'profesora' (or 'profesor'). It's perfectly fine to use with teachers you know well, especially in younger settings, but use the full word in formal letters or official settings.