guide

noun
UK: /ɡaɪd/
US: /ɡaɪd/

  1. A person who shows the way to others, especially in a place that is unfamiliar.

    1. Our guide led us through the forest. [ ] [ ]
    2. The experienced mountain guide ensured the climbers' safety during the ascent. [ ] [ ]

  2. A book or pamphlet that provides information or instructions.

    1. I used a travel guide to plan my trip. [ ] [ ]
    2. The detailed user guide explained all the software's features comprehensively. [ ] [ ]

  3. A thing that helps you form an opinion or make a decision about something.

    1. His principles are a guide for his actions. [ ] [ ]
    2. Market analysis serves as a crucial guide for businesses strategizing their next move. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

direct mentor leader steer manual
guide verb

  1. To show or direct someone how to get somewhere or do something.

    1. Can you guide me to the station? [ ] [ ]
    2. The instructor will guide the students through the painting process step by step. [ ] [ ]

  2. To influence someone's behavior or thinking.

    1. Parents guide their children as they grow. [ ] [ ]
    2. Ethical considerations should guide the decisions made by the company's board. [ ] [ ]
guide adjective

  1. Serving to direct or assist.

    1. This is a guide dog for the blind. [ ] [ ]
    2. The guiding principles ensured fair treatment for all parties involved. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "guide" in English means: A person who shows the way to others, especially in a place that is unfamiliar., A book or pamphlet that provides information or instructions., A thing that helps you form an opinion or make a decision about something..

The phonetic transcription of "guide" is /ɡaɪd/ in British English and /ɡaɪd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "guide": direct, mentor, leader, steer, manual.

Example usage of "guide": "Our guide led us through the forest.". More examples on the page.