leads
Translation
to lead, to guide, to result in, to be in charge of
Examples
She leads the team.
She leads the team.
This road leads to the city.
This road leads to the city.
Hard work leads to success.
Hard work leads to success.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to be in charge of (sb./sth.) She leads the team.
((to sth.)) to go in a direction toward (a place) This road leads to the city.
((sb.)) ((to do sth.)) to cause (sb.) to do (sth.) It leads people to believe a lie.
Similar Words
Synonyms: guide, direct, command; Antonyms: follow
Etymology
From Old English 'lædan', meaning 'to cause to go with one, guide'.
Memory Tips
A 'leader' is someone who 'leads' others. Remember the irregular past tense and past participle: led.