Context clues are like little hints that help you figure out what a new word means. They can be synonyms, antonyms, examples, or descriptive phrases. By paying attention to these clues, you can understand the unfamiliar word better and improve your vocabulary and understanding.

How do context clues help readers determine the meaning of unfamiliar in a text?

Context clues are hints within a text. eg  Its unfair that some employees get more benefits than others for the same work.

The writer uses some words or phrases to help the reader decipher the meaning of unfamiliar words. For example, a synonym/antonym clue, definition or example clue.

Context clues helps the person who is reading figure out unfamiliar words by using "hints" in the text. 

These hints can be :
Definitions- the text explains the word
Synonyms- similar meaning
Antonyms- opposite meaning 
Examples- phrases that show you how to use the word

Using these clues can help you understand words without a dictionary.



context clues help readers determine the meaning of unfamiliar words in a text by providing hints through sentence, surrounding words and the context overall it can take the form of synonym cluses ,antonym clues or definition cluse and so on.


I am from the beautiful country of South Africa. I have a passion for teaching and transferring my skills to other people. I am ambitious and goal driven. I thrive on challenges and set goals for myself so I have something to strive towards and I am always looking for an opportunity to do better.👧 On a personal level, I am a fun person to work with as I am creative, practical and well organized. My interests include, meeting new people from around the world and learning about their cultures🌍. I enjoy listening to music, watching TV shows, trying new cuisines along with cooking, reading adventures books, being physically active playing sports and team games, lastly I love teaching English.🔍📚🖋

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I have had the pleasure of teaching children aged 3-6 years old in a classroom at a primary school and I am a local and online English tutor. During my teaching journey I have gained a lot of experience learning about the different cultures and interests

My teaching style can be best described as interactive, supportive and transparent. I like setting realistic objectives  which enables students to learn effectively. I also encourage my students to ask questions when they have one, participate in conversations and respond actively during discussions. I like using questions to test the understanding and progress of my lesson. I pride myself upon using effectively materials like, props to help understanding, videos to gain more information, fun activities to enable a lively and comfortable learning environment and delivery of my lesson.

Hi, I'm Tyresse. I'm a dedicated, committed tutor from South Africa, passionate about helping students master the English language. At 19 years old, I'm a native English speaker currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree and holding a  TEFL certificate, I am equipped with the knowledge and skills to support students on their language-learning journies. I love interacting with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, enjoy activities like reading, creative writing, and social media content creation, and my favorite pastime is public speaking

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An experienced tutor with a year of dedicated service. My teaching background started from nurturing young minds in Sunday school to guiding students aged 16 to 20 toward academic success in high school. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree and holding my TEFL certificate, my online teaching experience centers around assisting students with grammar, pronunciation, and conversational language.

As a dedicated and passionate educator, I am committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages students to reach their full potential. With a focus on the English language, I employ a variety of innovative and effective teaching methods tailored to meet the diverse needs of my students. I believe that education should be a transformative experience that inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. My goal is to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed academically and personally. By fostering a growth mindset and emphasizing the importance of perseverance, I aim to help students build confidence and resilience.

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Hello, friends.
My name is Teacher Sazi, and I can't wait to meet you.
I have a bachelor’s degree in public management, and I am a qualified TEFL teacher.
I have a special certificate in Play-Based Learning, which helps me make lessons fun for kids.
I have been teaching kids in grades 1-5 for 2 years, and I know how to make learning fun and exciting for everyone.
I love teaching, and I have been working with kids.
In my class, we are going to have lots of fun together.
I will help you with speaking, reading, writing, listening, pronunciation, and learning new words in a way that is easy and fun.

I can't wait to see you soon.
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Teacher Sazi

I have been teaching English to kids in Grades 1 to 5 for over 2 years. I help students talk in English, read, write, and say words the right way.
In my class, we will have fun learning together. I like to make sure everyone feels happy, excited, and ready to learn new things.
I help kids learn how to talk in English, read books, write words, and say things the right way.
I make sure everyone feels happy, comfortable, and excited to learn new things

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TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certification
Grade 1.3 Play Basic Learning Certificate.
How to teach a language) certificate.

Hello
Are you looking for a fun and friendly place to learn English, I am Teacher Sazi, and I love helping kids in Grades 1-5 get better at reading, writing, grammar, and speaking.

Here is why you will enjoy my classes: 

My lessons are full of fun activities and games that make learning exciting. I make sure every class is just right for you, helping you learn and grow at your speed.
With 2 years of teaching experience, I know how to connect with kids and make learning something they enjoy.
In my class, you will get better at English and gain important skills that help you do well in school. 
I create a happy and encouraging place where you feel good about asking questions, making mistakes, and learning new things.

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Hello welcome to my profile, I am peace and I'm from Nigeria and my hobbies are reading, traveling, social interaction , swimming and I love listening to good music.

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I taught in unity secondary school in Delta State, I teach students of all ages and I have 3 years experience in teaching English language and I have also achieved the 120- hours certificate TEFL/TESOL.

Students should expect a fun class where we learn academically, my teaching style is tailored to each students needs. We will also incorporate  interactive classes, games and quizzes to aid learning easier and fun

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I am Teacher Negin, a passionate English teacher with over 5 years of English language teaching experience. I really enjoy teaching because I believe the most important thing, particularly about English, is enjoyment. I love talking to people from different cultures and learn about their traditions. In my free time, I ride my bicycle or play music. I play two musical instruments --Santoor and Electric Guitar.

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Teacher Negin

I have taught university EFL learners both online and in-person. I have experience working with online platform, e.g. LMS, Zoom, Skype, and  Adobe Connect. My students include kids, teens , and adults. I teach to students of various levels--elementary to advanced.

I would like to tailor my lessons to suit my students’ needs; I would love to talk and ask questions to encourage my students to do the same. My classes are mostly conduced as student-centered rather than teacher being the only speaker.
I am also a specialist in linguistics. So I can provide specific and tailored help to suit students’ grammar and vocabulary needs as well as conducting general conversations and discussions on a wide variety of topics to engage students in class activities more.
I also have an excellent record in improving students’ fluency and confidence in real-life situations. Indeed, I seek to simulate my students to apply their knowledge of English language in practical ways, like a real-life context.

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Hi. My name is Bokang. I am from Lesotho. I am 23 years old. I love reading, music and dance and a lot of outdoor adventures. I am also "training" my vocal cords as I want to be able to sing along to my favorite music and artists. I am a great listener, so I just love it when I am around people who talk a lot and have a lot of knowledge to share.

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Bokang Selemela

I have 2 years tutoring experience, both online and offline. I have taught kids, young adults and adults. I have a TEFL certificate.

I teach conversational English, general English, English for children, Grammar English and Business English. 

My teaching style is very student centered. I prioritize student talking time over tutor talking time. I begin by assessing your level of English, find out what your needs, wants and/goals are, and then create lesson plans that are in alignment with your goals. I also try to make lessons fun and motivating, by finding out my student's hobbies and their interests, so at to make learning less repetitive and stiff.

Hello! My name is Zilungile Baca, and I’m thrilled to be your ESL teacher! I’m from sunny South Africa, a country rich in culture and diversity, which I love to share with my students. 

In my free time, you'll often find me immersing myself in my hobbies whether it’s exploring the great outdoors, cooking up delicious recipes, or diving into a good book. I also enjoy listening to music and connecting with people from different backgrounds, which fuels my passion for teaching and learning languages.

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ZILUNGILE 

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Greetings! My name is Camila, and I am an online tutor with a wealth of knowledge and experience. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a Minor in Foreign Languages, which includes my passion for French, Italian, and Portuguese. Recently, I completed my Master's of Education in Professional Counseling from the prestigious Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, where I also worked as an Educational Specialist at the esteemed tutoring center. Interestingly, one of my aspirations is to become an Animal-Assisted Therapist.

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