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How to Say "mentee" in Spanish

The Spanish word formenteeis protegeB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2
person receiving guidance
A storybook illustration showing a small person looking up at a taller mentor figure who is guiding them by pointing toward a horizon.

Examples

El joven artista es el protege del famoso pintor.

The young artist is the protégé of the famous painter.

Ella fue su protege durante la última década.

She was his protégé during the last decade.

Gender Note

Although the noun is borrowed from French, it is commonly used for both men and women in Spanish. You can use 'el protege' or 'la protege' depending on the gender of the person.

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