先生に教えてもらう
sensei ni oshiete morauTo receive instruction or teaching from a teacher or expert.
先生に教えてもらって、数学の問題が解けた。
After having the teacher teach me, I was able to solve the math problem.
This phrase is commonly used to express gratitude for receiving instruction from someone in a position of authority or expertise.
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💡Pro Tip
Polite Usage
This phrase is appropriate for formal situations, such as in school or professional settings.
⚡Gold Rule
Grammar Structure
The phrase follows the pattern of [person] + に + [verb in te-form] + もらう, which is a common way to express receiving an action from someone.
📖Word Origin
Combination of 先生 (teacher), に (particle indicating direction), 教えて (teach, imperative form of 教える), and もらう (to receive).
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is polite and formal, often used when expressing gratitude for learning something from a teacher or mentor. It can also be used in business contexts when receiving guidance from a senior colleague.