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How to Say ‘An English teacher’ in Japanese

英語の先生

eigo no sensei

[eh-goh noh sen-SAY]

💬 Usage Tip: Here の makes the first noun describe the second: 英語 "English" + の + 先生 gives "English teacher." Also 数学の先生 "math teacher."

Phrase Breakdown

英語

eigo

[eh-goh]

English

Refers to the English language.

Example

英語が少し話せます。

I can speak a little English.

の

no

[noh]

of

A linking particle connecting nouns, like 'of' or showing description.

Example

前の方が見やすいです。

The front area is easier to see from.

先生

sensei

[sen-SAY]

teacher

Title for teachers, doctors, and experts; can be used playfully for someone teaching you.

Example

先生、質問があります。

Teacher, I have a question.

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