teachable
adjective
teach·able
ˈtē-chə-bəl 
1
a
: capable of being taught
b
: apt and willing to learn
2
: favorable to teaching
teachableness
noun
Examples of teachable in a Sentence
students who are teachable and eager to learn
The book's style makes it very teachable.
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According to the league's website, an exemplary Indy City Futbol player is one who is enthusiastic; has a positive and welcoming attitude to people from all backgrounds, religions, orientations and experiences; is teachable; and is willing to stand up to or alert the league to bullies and jerks.
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Alexandria Burris, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Talking about this openly with your children ties these money decisions to teachable values.
—Emily Edlynn, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
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Alexandria Burris, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Talking about this openly with your children ties these money decisions to teachable values.
—Emily Edlynn, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
See all Example Sentences for teachable
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“Teachable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teachable. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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teachable
adjective
teach·able
ˈtē-chə-bəl
: capable of being taught
especially
: able and willing to learn
teachability
noun
ˌtē-chə-ˈbil-ət-ē
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