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    Expressing 'mentor' with 导师 (dǎoshī)

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    Explanation

    The noun 导师 (dǎoshī) means 'mentor,' 'tutor,' or 'supervisor.' It combines 导 (to guide) with 师 (teacher), describing someone who provides guidance and wisdom. It is used for academic advisors, professional mentors, and anyone serving as a guiding figure in someone's life.

    Examples

    • 我的研究生导师对我的影响特别大。

      wǒ de yánjiūshēng dǎoshī duì wǒ de yǐngxiǎng tèbié dà.

      My graduate school advisor had a particularly big influence on me.

    • 她是我职业生涯中最重要的导师。

      tā shì wǒ zhíyè shēngyá zhōng zuì zhòngyào de dǎoshī.

      She is the most important mentor in my career.

    • 你应该找一位有经验的导师来指导你的论文。

      nǐ yīnggāi zhǎo yī wèi yǒu jīngyàn de dǎoshī lái zhǐdǎo nǐ de lùnwén.

      You should find an experienced mentor to guide your thesis.

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