sensei
/sɛnˈseɪ
/noun (plural same)
(In martial arts) a teacher: [as title]: Sensei Ritchie began work...
- In terms of a martial art, a sensei is the one with more experience who can guide you along the path.
- Only the senior sensei of the Dojo can have his back to the Kamiza.
- However his Judo sensei appreciated his talent and persuaded his father to allow him to pursue Judo as a career.
Origin
Japanese, from sen 'previous' + sei 'birth'.