No. 2,808 in Chinese
导师
"导师" means "mentor" or "academic advisor."
In a sentence
我的导师在大学教授哲学课程。
My mentor teaches philosophy courses in university.
In this sentence, '导师' refers to an academic mentor or advisor guiding students in their academic pursuits.
她是一位学生们非常尊敬的导师。
She is a mentor highly respected by her students.
Here, '导师' is used to describe a teacher or guide who earns respect for their wisdom and teaching capabilities.
导师建议我选择适合自己研究方向的课题。
The mentor suggested I choose a topic suitable for my research direction.
In this instance, '导师' is portrayed as someone who provides professional guidance and advice, especially in academic settings.
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