Meaning of the word teaches in English

What does teaches mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

teaches

US /tiːtʃɪz/
UK /tiːtʃɪz/

Verb

1.

to give instruction to or to train someone

Example:
She teaches English at the local high school.
My father teaches me how to play chess.
2.

to cause someone to learn or understand something

Example:
Experience often teaches us valuable lessons.
This incident teaches us the importance of safety.