guide

A2 · Elementary Countable noun

n. a book or document that provides information on a subject or explains how to do something.

n. a handbook or manual providing information, instructions, or advice on a specific topic or location.

“I bought a small guide to the local birds so I could identify them in the garden.”

“The comprehensive study guide provides students with structured summaries and practice questions to prepare for the final examination.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Technical

n. a part of a machine that keeps another part moving in the right direction.

n. a mechanical device or component designed to direct the motion or position of another part.

“The drawer came off its metal guide and got stuck.”

“The technician adjusted the sliding guide to ensure the blade remained perfectly vertical during the cutting process.”

A2 · Elementary

v. to lead or direct someone along a path or through a place.

v. to conduct or lead someone along a physical route or through a conceptual process.

“She used a flashlight to guide her friends through the dark woods.”

“The mentor's primary role is to guide the new recruits through the complexities of corporate policy during their first month.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to have a strong influence on how someone behaves or how something develops.

v. to exert a directing or governing influence over a person's actions, thoughts, or the progress of an event.

“Let your conscience guide you when you have to make a difficult choice.”

“The central bank's primary objective is to guide the economy toward stable growth while keeping inflation under control.”