French Conversation · Level 97
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French word
moniteur
Pronunciation
IPA/monitœʁ/
Meaning
- masculine nouninstructor
Example
Le moniteur donne des conseils aux débutants.
The instructor gives advice to beginners.
More examples
Le moniteur d'auto-école explique les règles de sécurité.
The driving instructor explains the safety rules.
Core concept
An instructor leading novices through practice, advice, and safety checks.
Common phrases
moniteur de ski
ski instructor
moniteur d'auto-école
driving instructor
moniteur de natation
swimming instructor
Similar words
professeur: An academic teacher who gives systematic lessons in a school or course.
entraîneur: A sports trainer who teaches technique and plans practice sessions.
éducateur: A mentor who helps children or young people develop positive habits and behavior.
guide: A person who directs visitors and explains the route and attractions.
Definition in French
Personne qui guide et conseille des novices dans une activité ou un sport, responsable de l'apprentissage et parfois de la sécurité.
Word origin
French moniteur developed from Latin monitor, an agent noun based on monēre, 'to advise' or 'warn', and denotes a person who guides others.
Usage tips
- The usual pattern is moniteur de ski, moniteur de plongée, or moniteur de sport, with de naming the activity taught.