Japanese word

指導者

Pronunciation

Romajishidōsha

Meaning

  • nounleader

Example

彼はチームの指導者です。kare wa chī mu no shi dō sha de su

He is the leader of the team.

Illustration for 指導者 (leader)

More examples

経験豊かな指導者は、若い選手に自信を与えます。kei ken yuta ka na shi dō sha wa waka i sen shu ni ji shin o ata e ma su

An experienced leader gives young players confidence.

Core concept

It centers on a person who guides others toward a shared goal through direction, training, or advice.

Common phrases

  • 指導者としてshi dō sha to shi te

    as a leader

  • 指導者を務めるshi dō sha o tsuto me ru

    serve as a leader

  • 指導者を育てるshi dō sha o soda te ru

    develop leaders

Similar words

リーダーrīdā: A person who guides a group or organization toward a shared goal.
統率者tōsotsusha: A person who directs a group and keeps its members working together.
先導者sendōsha: A person who leads others by showing them the way forward.

Definition in Japanese

集団や人を導き、目標に向かって進むよう教えたり助言したりする人。shū dan ya hito o michibi ki moku hyō ni mu ka tte susu mu yō oshi e ta ri jo gen shi ta ri su ru hito

Word origin

指導者 (shidōsha) combines 指導 (shidō, "guidance") with 者 (sha, "person"), giving the sense of a person who guides others.

Usage tips

  • The term 指導者 (shidōsha) applies to leaders in politics, sports, education, and other organized groups, so it is not limited to one profession.

Other meanings

  • coachnoun
  • instructornoun
  • mentornoun

Opposites

  • 追随者tsuizuishafollowernoun

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