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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