先 生(せんせい)

せんせい

noun

teacher, doctor

1. teacher

A person who teaches.

Teacher, I have a question.

My teacher is kind.

My Japanese teacher is very kind.

After asking the teacher, I'll think about it again.

I wanted to become a teacher, so I studied education at university.

2. doctor, master

A respectful title for doctors, lawyers, and experts.

田中(たなか)先生(せんせい)はどこですか？

Where is Dr. Tanaka?

Title for doctor

先生(せんせい)、おなかが痛(いた)いです。

Doctor, my stomach hurts.

I got medicine from the doctor.

I want to consult with a lawyer.

Also used for lawyers

That writer is famous, has written many books, and receives awards every year.

Also used for authors and artists

先生(せんせい) is a respectful title for teachers, doctors, and other professionals.

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IMPORTANT:
Never use 先生(せんせい) for yourself. Use 教師(きょうし) or 教員(きょういん) instead.

先生(せんせい)