VERB
leiten/ˈlaɪ̯tn̩/to lead; to manage; to conduct
leiten is a German verb that means to lead, to manage, or to conduct. It is pronounced /ˈlaɪ̯tn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "leitete" and the past participle is "geleitet".
Definitions
1.to be in charge of, to manage, to lead (an institution, a team, etc.)(organization, management)
a.to serve as a leader or manager
Sie leitete das Projekt mit großem Erfolg.—She managed the project with great success.
2.to guide, direct, or channel (something physical or abstract)(direct, channel)
a.to direct a flow, energy, etc.
Das Kabel leitet Strom.—The cable conducts electricity.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | leiten |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | leite |
| Present (du) | leitest |
| Present (er/sie/es) | leitet |
| Preterite (ich) | leitete |
| Participle II | geleitet |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | leitete |
| Imperative (singular) | leite |
| Imperative (plural) | leitet |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "leiten" mean in English?
- "leiten" means to lead, to manage, or to conduct. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "leiten"?
- "leiten" is pronounced /ˈlaɪ̯tn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "leiten"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "leiten" is "geleitet", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "leiten"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "leiten" becomes "leitete" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "leiten"?
- "leiten" is a verb in German.
