Grammar fix
role model
person to look up to
Someone you admire and want to be like because of their good qualities or achievements.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
My older sister has always been a role model for me because she works hard and helps others.
I believe my father is my biggest role model. He taught me the importance of honesty and always supports our family, which inspires me to do my best.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: He is a role model for me to follow.
Say: He's a role model for me.
'Role model' already implies someone to follow — drop 'to follow'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'An exemplary individual worthy of emulation' is pompous; 'role model' is the everyday term.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
a role model
- a role model
- a positive role model
- a role model for
- look up to