expression, godan verb (-ku)
study under a teacher
Used when someone becomes a student of a particular teacher, often in traditional arts, academics, or apprenticeships. The teacher is marked with に.
See also: 就く
彼は有名なピアニストの先生に就いて、腕を磨いた。
He studied under a famous pianist and honed his skills.
書道を習うため、地元の先生に就くことにした。
I decided to study under a local teacher to learn calligraphy.