adjective
- having the characteristics, manner, or qualities typical of a teacher
Usage: often implies a somewhat formal or instructional demeanor
Examples
- She spoke in a teacherly tone when explaining the rules.
- His teacherly instincts kicked in whenever someone asked a question.
- The professor’s teacherly manner made even casual conversations feel like lessons.
- With a teacherly gesture, she pointed to the diagram on the board.
- He couldn’t help but adopt a teacherly voice when discussing literature.
- Her teacherly patience was evident as she repeated the instructions.