instruct
/ɪnˈstrʌkt/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #4860 in the learning path
指示；命令
Definitions
v. formally tell someone to do something
指示；命令
v. teach someone a skill or explain how to do something
教授；指导
Example
The guide instructed us to stay on the path.
导游指示我们不要离开小路。
Schools should instruct students in basic first aid so they can respond safely during emergencies.
学校应教授学生基本急救知识，让他们能在紧急情况下安全应对。
Collocations
- instruct someone to do something
- instruct someone in something
- instruct staff
Word family
- instruction (n.)
- instructor (n.)
- instructional (adj.)
- instructive (adj.)
Synonyms
- direct
- teach
Usage tip
instruct sb to do是指示；instruct sb in是教授。
FAQ
- What does instruct mean?
- formally tell someone to do something teach someone a skill or explain how to do something
- How is instruct pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈstrʌkt/, US /ɪnˈstrʌkt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
