带路 dàilù to lead the way
to lead the way; to guide; to show the way; (figuratively) to instruct
How to remember 带路: 带 belt + 路 road = to lead the way.
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How it is used
- To lead the way / show the route - 你熟悉这里,你来带路 (nǐ shúxī zhèlǐ, nǐ lái dàilù) you know this place, you lead the way.
- Literal guiding through a place; also figurative 'point the way/instruct.' Everyday, concrete.
- Contrast 带队 (dàiduì, lead a team/group) - 带路 is about the physical route, 带队 about being in charge of a group.
Example sentences
- 导游在前面带路。 Dǎoyóu zài qiánmian dàilù.The guide is in front of us leading the way.