tutor
“tutor” means “tutor” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
tutor
Also: mentor, academic advisor
📝 In Action
Hablé con mi tutor sobre mis notas.
A2I talked to my tutor about my grades.
El tutor de este curso es muy amable.
A2The tutor for this course is very kind.
legal guardian
Also: custodian
📝 In Action
El juez nombró a su tío como su tutor legal.
B2The judge appointed his uncle as his legal guardian.
stake
Also: prop, trellis
📝 In Action
He puesto un tutor a los tomates para que crezcan rectos.
C1I've put a stake on the tomatoes so they grow straight.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "tutor" in Spanish:
academic advisor→custodian→legal guardian→mentor→prop→stake→trellis→tutor→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: tutor
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If you are helping a tomato plant grow upright using a stick, that stick is called a:
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'tutor,' which means 'watcher' or 'protector.' It comes from a verb meaning 'to watch over' or 'to guard.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tutor' the same as a 'teacher'?
Not exactly. A 'profesor' teaches a whole class, while a 'tutor' usually provides individual guidance or is responsible for a student's personal and academic well-being.
How do I say 'female tutor'?
You simply change the ending: 'la tutora'.