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mentor

mentor

noun men-TOHR Rare

Origin: From Greek Méntōr, the trusted adviser of Odysseus in the Odyssey.

Usage Note

Mentor is borrowed directly into Spanish with the same meaning as in English. The feminine form mentora is widely used. A related verb is mentorizar or the more common guiar (to guide). In professional contexts you will also hear tutor or coach for similar roles.

Examples

"Ella fue su mentora durante años."

Natural Translation

She was his mentor for years.

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