sensei
nounUK /ˈsɛnseɪ/
US /ˈsɛnseɪ/
A sensei is a teacher, especially one who teaches martial arts like karate or judo.
My sensei showed me how to tie my karate belt correctly.
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2. A title used to address a teacher or master in Japan.
"Good morning, Sensei!" the students said as their teacher entered.
3. A person who is very skilled at something and guides others.
He became a sensei of chess after years of practice.
4. A wise guide or mentor in a particular field.
She was a sensei to young writers at the workshop.