Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈɛdʒʊkeɪt/
KK: /ˈɛdʒʊˌkeɪt/
Definition
To teach someone or provide them with knowledge or skills.
Example
Teachers work hard to educate their students every day.
Tense Forms
Past: educated
Past Participle: educated
Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we can educate others in our community?

Yeah, I think it’s really important to share knowledge and skills.

Exactly! I believe we should organize workshops to educate people about different topics.

That sounds like a great idea — it would really help everyone grow.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Definition
To teach someone or provide them with knowledge or skills in a particular subject or area.
Example
The school aims to educate children about the importance of environmental conservation.
Tense Forms
Past: educated
Past Participle: educated
Conversation

I think it's important to educate ourselves about different cultures.

Absolutely! It really helps us understand each other better.

Yeah, I want to educate myself more on this topic before traveling.
Root Explanation
Educate → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "ducere" (meaning to lead). The word "educate" means to lead someone out of ignorance or to bring forth knowledge.
Memory Tip
Think of leading someone 'out' ('e-') to gain knowledge — that's why educate means to teach or bring forth learning.
Visually Confused Words
uneducate
coeducate
ducat
uneducated
miseducate
edulcorate
diseducate
medicate