B2 adjective 중립

supervisor

/ˈsuːpərvaɪzər/

A supervisor is a person who oversees and directs the work, tasks, or performance of others to ensure that everything is done correctly and efficiently. In an academic or professional setting, they provide guidance, support, and evaluation to subordinates or students.

예시

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1

I asked my supervisor if I could take a few hours off for a doctor's appointment.

I asked my supervisor if I could take a few hours off for a doctor's appointment.

2

The candidate must ensure that the final report is reviewed and signed by their immediate supervisor.

The candidate must ensure that the final report is reviewed and signed by their immediate supervisor.

3

My supervisor is really cool; she doesn't mind if we listen to music while we work.

My supervisor is really cool; she doesn't mind if we listen to music while we work.

어휘 가족

명사
supervisor
Verb
supervise
형용사
supervisory
관련
supervision
💡

암기 팁

Break the word down: 'Super' means 'over' and 'vis' means 'to see' (like in vision). A supervisor is someone who 'sees over' your work.

빠른 퀴즈

If you encounter any technical issues during your shift, please notify your ___ immediately.

정답!

정답은: supervisor

예시

1

I asked my supervisor if I could take a few hours off for a doctor's appointment.

everyday

I asked my supervisor if I could take a few hours off for a doctor's appointment.

2

The candidate must ensure that the final report is reviewed and signed by their immediate supervisor.

formal

The candidate must ensure that the final report is reviewed and signed by their immediate supervisor.

3

My supervisor is really cool; she doesn't mind if we listen to music while we work.

informal

My supervisor is really cool; she doesn't mind if we listen to music while we work.

4

Graduate students are expected to meet with their research supervisor at least once a month.

academic

Graduate students are expected to meet with their research supervisor at least once a month.

5

The floor supervisor is responsible for maintaining safety standards throughout the manufacturing plant.

business

The floor supervisor is responsible for maintaining safety standards throughout the manufacturing plant.

어휘 가족

명사
supervisor
Verb
supervise
형용사
supervisory
관련
supervision

자주 쓰는 조합

immediate supervisor immediate supervisor
academic supervisor academic supervisor
shift supervisor shift supervisor
direct supervisor direct supervisor
under the supervision of under the supervision of

자주 쓰는 구문

report to a supervisor

report to a supervisor

seek guidance from a supervisor

seek guidance from a supervisor

supervisor's approval

supervisor's approval

자주 혼동되는 단어

supervisor vs superintendent

A superintendent is usually a high-ranking official or someone who manages a whole building or district, whereas a supervisor manages individual people or a specific team.

supervisor vs manager

While often used interchangeably, a manager often handles broader logistics and strategy, while a supervisor focuses on the direct oversight of employees and their daily tasks.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'supervisor' when referring to the person directly responsible for checking your work. It is more formal than 'boss' and more specific than 'manager' in many corporate and academic contexts.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use the informal word 'boss' in academic papers or professional resumes when 'supervisor' would be more appropriate and professional.

💡

암기 팁

Break the word down: 'Super' means 'over' and 'vis' means 'to see' (like in vision). A supervisor is someone who 'sees over' your work.

📖

어원

From the Medieval Latin 'supervidere', meaning 'to oversee', composed of 'super' (over) and 'videre' (to see).

문법 패턴

Countable noun: one supervisor, two supervisors Often followed by a prepositional phrase: 'supervisor of [department/team]' Commonly used with possessive adjectives: 'my supervisor', 'their supervisor'
🌍

문화적 맥락

In many Western workplaces, the supervisor is the first point of contact for resolving conflicts or requesting leave, representing the first level of management.

빠른 퀴즈

If you encounter any technical issues during your shift, please notify your ___ immediately.

정답!

정답은: supervisor

관련 단어

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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