B2nouneducationwork
US/ˈmen.tɔːr/
UK/ˈmen.tɔː/
an experienced person who gives advice and help to someone younger or less experienced
In context
My first boss became my mentor and taught me how to deal with clients.
The program matches each new teacher with a mentor for the first year.
A good mentor tells you the truth, even when it's hard to hear.
Words that go with mentor
verb + preposition
- act as a mentorOlder students act as a mentor to new arrivals.
noun + preposition
- mentor toShe was a mentor to many young female engineers.
verb + noun
- find a mentorIt helps to find a mentor in your field early on.
noun + noun
- mentor programThe university runs a mentor program for students from rural areas.
adjective + noun
- trusted mentorHe asked a trusted mentor whether he should change jobs.