To instruct
Example: The manager instructs the team clearly
Definition
"To instruct" means to give detailed information or directions on how to do something, often with the aim of teaching or guiding someone. It involves explaining procedures or concepts clearly so the learner can understand and perform the task correctly.
Etymology
The word "to instruct" comes from the Latin 'instruere,' meaning 'to build up' or 'arrange.' It originally implied arranging knowledge or materials in a way that helps someone learn. Did you know? The root 'struere' also gave us words like 'structure' and 'construct,' linking instruction to building or organizing ideas.
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"To instruct" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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