Montessori
/montessoɾi/from spelling rules
Montessori is the Spanish adjective used to describe things of or relating to the Montessori Method of Education.
Meaning: of or relating to the Montessori Method of Education (adj)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /montessoɾi/.
Did you know?
- In Spanish conversation, a teacher trained in this method is often called a guía (guide) instead of a profesor to reflect the philosophy of the method.
- Because it is a proper noun, Montessori does not change its form to match gender or number, meaning it remains the same whether you are describing one 'escuela' or several 'metodologías'.
- Spanish allows Montessori to function as a noun, meaning you can say una Montessori to refer to the school itself instead of saying una escuela Montessori.
Examples in context
- El método Montessori se enfoca en el aprendizaje activo y el desarrollo individualThe Montessori method focuses on active learning and individual development.
- Nuestro hijo está inscrito en un colegio Montessori desde los tres añosOur child has been enrolled in a Montessori school since the age of three.
- El enfoque pedagógico Montessori promueve la autonomía y la responsabilidadThe Montessori pedagogical approach promotes autonomy and responsibility.
- Ella estudia en un colegio Montessori.She studies at a Montessori school.
- Buscamos materiales de estilo Montessori.We are looking for Montessori-style materials.
- El método Montessori es muy popular.The Montessori method is very popular.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are discussing childcare options for their daughter.
- Lucía¿Prefieres un jardín de infancia tradicional o Montessori?Do you prefer a traditional kindergarten or Montessori?
- JavierCreo que la educación Montessori es mejor para ella.I think Montessori education is better for her.
- LucíaJavier, tenemos que investigar más sobre ese modelo.Javier, we have to research that model more.
- JavierTienes razón, busquemos un centro especializado.You are right, let's look for a specialized center.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
