führen
Translation
led, guided, managed, conducted
Examples
Er führte die Gruppe durch die Stadt.
He led the group through the city.
Sie führte ein erfolgreiches Unternehmen.
She managed a successful company.
Das Gespräch führte zu keinem Ergebnis.
The conversation led to no result.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((through sth.)) to lead sb./sth. through sth. He led the group through the city.
((sb.)) ((to sth.)) to lead sb. to sth. The path led us to the lake.
((sth.)) to manage sth. (e.g., a company) She managed a successful company.
((a conversation)) ((with sb.)) to have a conversation with sb. He had a long conversation with her.
Similar Words
Etymology
From Old High German 'fuoren' (to cause to go), related to English 'fare' (as in farewell).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Führer' (leader) who 'führt' (leads) people. It's like making someone 'fare' along a certain path.