mentor

noun
UK: /ˈmentɔː/
US: /ˈmentɔːr/

  1. An experienced person who advises and helps someone with less experience over a period of time.

    1. She is my mentor at work, guiding me through new projects.
    2. My mentor's advice helped me navigate the complexities of the new job.

  2. A trusted counselor or guide, offering support and expertise to a less experienced individual.

    1. He is a mentor to many students.
    2. The program pairs young entrepreneurs with a mentor who can help them.

Synonyms

tutor counselor guide coach teacher
mentor verb

  1. To advise or train someone, especially a younger colleague, by offering guidance and support.

    1. She will mentor new employees.
    2. He mentors young engineers in the company to help them develop.

  2. To act as a trusted advisor and guide, providing support and expertise to someone less experienced.

    1. I mentor several students each year.
    2. The senior manager mentors junior staff members to improve their skills.
mentor adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a mentor; providing guidance and support.

    1. His mentor role was important.
    2. She provided mentor support to the new team members.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mentor" in English means: An experienced person who advises and helps someone with less experience over a period of time., A trusted counselor or guide, offering support and expertise to a less experienced individual..

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

Synonyms for "mentor": tutor, counselor, guide, coach, teacher.

Example usage of "mentor": "She is my mentor at work, guiding me through new projects.". More examples on the page.