dirigieren
Translation
to conduct, to direct, to manage, to steer
Examples
Er dirigiert ein berühmtes Orchester.
He conducts a famous orchestra.
Sie dirigiert die Firma seit zehn Jahren.
She has been managing the company for ten years.
Die Polizei dirigiert den Verkehr.
The police are directing the traffic.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to conduct/direct (sth.) He conducts an orchestra.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leiten (to lead), führen (to guide), steuern (to steer)
Etymology
From Latin 'dirigere' (to set straight, to direct). Related to the English word 'direct'.
Memory Tips
Picture a conductor 'directing' an orchestra with a baton.