aus|führen
Translation
to carry out, to execute, to elaborate, to take out
Examples
Wir müssen den Plan genau ausführen.
We have to carry out the plan precisely.
Er führt seinen Hund jeden Tag aus.
He takes his dog out every day.
Können Sie Ihre Idee bitte ausführen?
Could you please elaborate on your idea?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to carry out sth. We have to carry out the plan.
((sb./sth.)) to take sb./sth. out He takes his dog out every day.
Similar Words
Synonyms: durchführen (to perform), erledigen (to handle); erklären (to explain)
Etymology
From 'aus-' (out) and 'führen' (to lead, to guide). The core idea is 'to lead out'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'leading out': you lead out a plan to its completion (execute), you lead out your thoughts (explain), or you lead out a dog for a walk.