The tutor



Example: Tutor provides individual academic support to students

Definition


"The tutor" refers to an individual who offers personalized academic assistance to students, helping them understand subject material more clearly and improve their skills through one-on-one or small group sessions.

Etymology


The term "the tutor" originates from the Latin word 'tutor,' meaning 'guardian' or 'watcher.' Historically, tutors were private instructors who guided students personally, a role that has evolved into the educational support we recognize today.

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"The tutor" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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