teachable
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ˈtiːt͡ʃəbəl/ / [ˈtʰɪi̯t͡ʃəbəl] ~ [ˈtʰɪi̯t͡ʃəbl̩]
adj
Etymology: From Middle English techeable, techeabyll, techeabylle, equivalent to teach + -able.
- Capable of being taught; apt to learn.
- Willing to receive instruction or to learn; docile.
- That can be taught.
“Common sense is not a teachable subject.”
- Facilitating teaching; instructive.
“Such natural opportunities for social learning become teachable moments, in which children are motivated to learn new strategies.”
noun
Etymology: From Middle English techeable, techeabyll, techeabylle, equivalent to teach + -able.
- A major or minor academic concentration that is an acceptable prerequisite for certain teaching certifications or teacher education programs.