unterrichten
Translation
to teach, to instruct, to inform
Examples
Der Lehrer unterrichtet Deutsch.
The teacher teaches German.
Bitte unterrichten Sie mich über die Lage.
Please inform me about the situation.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((in sth.)) to teach (sb.) (in sth.) The teacher instructs the students in mathematics.
((sb.)) ((about sth.)) to inform (sb.) (about sth.) She informed me about the plan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lehren, beibringen; Antonyms: lernen
Etymology
Composed of 'unter-' (among) and 'richten' (to direct). It means 'to direct among' a group.
Memory Tips
Think of a teacher directing information 'unter' (among) the pupils in a classroom.