lead the way — to go first to show others where to go or what to do; to be the first to do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to go first to show others where to go or what to do; to be the first to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /liːd ðə weɪ/
Korean meaning: 앞장서다, 길을 인도하다, 선도하다
Korean pronunciation: **리드** 더 **웨이**
Example Sentences
- My GPS always leads the way, but somehow I still get lost in the parking lot.
- Korea leads the way in K-pop and internet speed worldwide.
- The tour guide will lead the way through the museum.
lead the way
NOUN//liːd ðə weɪ//
to go first to show others where to go or what to do; to be the first to do something
to go first to show others where to go or what to do; to be the first to do something
Lead the way, pave the way, show the way forward!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'lædan' (to lead, guide) combined with 'way' from Old English 'weg' (path, road). Both words have Germanic roots and have been used together since Middle English to describe the act of going ahead to guide others.
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📝Examples
“My GPS always leads the way, but somehow I still get lost in the parking lot.”
“Korea leads the way in K-pop and internet speed worldwide.”
“The tour guide will lead the way through the museum.”
“My cat thinks it leads the way during our walks, but it's really just following interesting smells.”
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