professor
/prəˈfesə/ · /prəˈfesər/
CEFR level A2Topic EducationWord #1226 in the learning path
教授
Definitions
n. A university teacher, especially one holding a senior academic position.
教授
Example
Our professor brought ancient coins to class today.
我们的教授今天带了古钱币来上课。
The professor encouraged students to evaluate different sources before drawing conclusions about climate policy.
这位教授鼓励学生在对气候政策下结论之前评估不同的信息来源。
Collocations
- university professor
- professor of economics
- visiting professor
Word family
- professorship (n.)
- professorial (adj.)
Usage tip
英国通常指高级职称；美国也泛指大学教师。
FAQ
- What does professor mean?
- A university teacher, especially one holding a senior academic position.
- How is professor pronounced?
- UK /prəˈfesə/, US /prəˈfesər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
