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instructed

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈstrʌk.tɪd]

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Learn how to use instructed in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “education”

(verb) to teach someone how to do something or give them specific directions to follow. This means telling someone what steps to take to learn or complete a task.

Example

The teacher instructed the students on how to solve the math problem.

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The children were not instructed properly, so they didn't know what to do during the activity.

Example

What did the coach instruct the players to practice today?

Context: “commands”

(verb) to tell someone officially what to do. It usually means giving orders or specific guidance to ensure that something is done correctly.

Example

The manager instructed the team to complete the project by Friday.

Example

He was not instructed to follow those guidelines, so he made mistakes.

Example

Who instructed you to start the project without a plan?

How to pronounce instructed

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈstrʌk.tɪd]

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