带队 dàiduì to lead a team
to lead a team; to lead a group; group leader; (tourism) tour guide
How to remember 带队: 带 belt + 队 team = to lead a team.
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How it is used
- To lead a team or group - 老师带队参加比赛 (lǎoshī dàiduì cānjiā bǐsài) the teacher led the team to the competition.
- Common for coaches, tour guides, and group leaders (带队老师, 带队参赛). Focus on heading and managing the group.
- Contrast 带路 (lead the way physically) and 带头 (be the first to do something); 带队 is about responsibility for a group.