führen
Translation
led, guided, managed, conducted
Examples
Wir führten die Touristen durch das Museum.
We led the tourists through the museum.
Sie führten das Projekt zum Erfolg.
They led the project to success.
Die Verhandlungen führten zu einem Kompromiss.
The negotiations led to a compromise.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((through sth.)) to lead sb./sth. through sth. We led the tourists through the museum.
((sb.)) ((to sth.)) to lead sb. to sth. They led the project to success.
((sth.)) to manage sth. (e.g., a company) They managed a successful company.
((a conversation)) ((with sb.)) to have a conversation with sb. We had a long conversation with them.
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.