führend
Translation
leading, main, prominent
Examples
Das ist die führende Marke auf dem Markt.
This is the leading brand on the market.
Er hat eine führende Rolle im Projekt.
He has a leading role in the project.
Grammar Patterns
attributive ((führend- + Noun)) attributively ((a leading ...)) She is a leading scientist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leitend (directing), maßgeblich (decisive); Antonyms: folgend (following), untergeordnet (subordinate)
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'führen' (to lead). It literally means 'leading'.
Memory Tips
If you know 'führen' means 'to lead', then 'führend' is simply the '-ing' form used as an adjective, just like in English.