an|leiten
Translation
to guide, to instruct, to direct
Examples
Sie leitet die neuen Mitarbeiter an.
She instructs the new employees.
Er wurde von seinem Mentor gut angeleitet.
He was well guided by his mentor.
Man muss die Kinder zum Spielen anleiten.
You have to guide the children to play.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) anleiten to instruct (sb.) She instructs the new employees.
((sb.)) ((zu+3)) anleiten to guide (sb.) to (do sth.) He guides the students to learn independently.
Similar Words
Synonyms: führen (to lead), unterweisen (to instruct), instruieren (to instruct)
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' (towards) + 'leiten' (to lead, guide). The core meaning is 'to lead towards' a goal or skill.
Memory Tips
Think of 'leading someone on' the right path. An 'Anleitung' (manual) is what 'anleitet' (guides) you.