English · Common Verbs

teaches

/ˈtiːtʃɪz/

[/ˈtiːtʃɪz/]

third-person singular of teach

Beginnerverb

Definition

Third-person singular present of 'teach': he, she, or it helps someone learn.

Example

He teaches mathematics at the high school and his students love his patient, clear style.

He teaches mathematics at the high school and his students love his patient, clear style.

Etymology

From Old English 'tǣcan' (to teach).

How & Where It’s Used

Used with singular subjects in the present tense.

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