die Anweisungen
Translation
instructions, directions, orders, commands
Examples
Bitte befolgen Sie die Anweisungen genau.
Please follow the instructions exactly.
Der Chef gab klare Anweisungen.
The boss gave clear instructions.
Die Anweisungen stehen auf der Verpackung.
The instructions are on the packaging.
Grammar Patterns
to follow ((sth.)) (instructions) Please follow the instructions.
to give ((sb.)) ((sth.)) (instructions) The teacher gives the students instructions.
instructions for ((sth.)) These are the instructions for the test.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Instruktionen (instructions), Anleitungen (manuals), Befehle (orders)
Etymology
From the verb 'anweisen' (to instruct). It combines 'an-' (to, at) and 'weisen' (to show, point), literally meaning 'to point to' what must be done.
Memory Tips
Think of 'weisen' (to show the way). 'Anweisungen' are things that 'show you the way' to do something correctly.