noun
Uncommon
tutorial
chw-TORIH-yuhl
Tutorial (noun) means a guide or lesson, often step-by-step, that teaches someone how to do something. Example: “He watched a video tutorial to learn how to fix the leak.”
noun
1
A guide or lesson, often step-by-step, that teaches someone how to do something.
"He watched a video tutorial to learn how to fix the leak."
"The software includes an interactive tutorial for new users."
"I followed an online tutorial to learn how to knit a scarf."
adj
1
Relating to a tutor or one-on-one teaching.
"The university uses a tutorial system of small-group teaching."
"Each student receives tutorial support from a personal teacher every week."
"Tutorial sessions give you the chance to discuss your essays in a very small group."
How to use tutorial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA step-by-step lesson or guide, often used for learning software or a new skill.
Common pairings
video tutorial
online tutorial
follow a tutorial
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Etymology
Formed from "tutor" plus the adjective ending "-ial".
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What does “tutorial” mean?
The word “tutorial” means a guide or lesson, often step-by-step, that teaches someone how to do something. In plain terms, a step-by-step lesson or guide, often used for learning software or a new skill.
How do you pronounce “tutorial”?
“Tutorial” is pronounced chw-TORIH-yuhl (/ˌtjuːˈtɔːɹɪəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tutorial” in a sentence?
Here is “tutorial” used in a sentence: “He watched a video tutorial to learn how to fix the leak.”
What part of speech is “tutorial”?
Depending on how it is used, “tutorial” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “tutorial” a common word?
“Tutorial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tutorial” have?
“Tutorial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a guide or lesson, often step-by-step, that teaches someone how to do something.
What is the difference between a tutorial and a lecture?
A tutorial is typically a step-by-step guide or lesson that teaches someone how to do something, often with hands-on practice, while a lecture is usually a one-way talk delivering information without interactive practice. The adjective sense of "tutorial" also describes anything relating to a tutor or one-on-one teaching, which lectures generally are not.
What is the difference between a tutorial and a course?
A tutorial usually focuses on a specific task or skill with practical, step-by-step instructions, while a course is broader in scope, often covering multiple topics or tutorials over a longer period. Tutorials can be a component within a larger course.
Is "tutorial" only used in computing?
No. While "tutorial" is common for software or online how-to guides, the word applies to any step-by-step lesson, and its adjective sense refers more broadly to one-on-one teaching by a tutor, as used in university tutorial systems.
