1. to guide or show the way by going in front
帶領，引導
Could you lead the way to the station?
你可以帶路去車站嗎？
The tour guide led us through the ancient streets.
導遊帶領我們穿過古老的街道。
Lead Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
lead
verb
快速理解
What does "Lead" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Lead"?
「lead」作為動詞，核心含義是引導、帶領或處於領先位置。
- 1
引導方向
EN: to show the way by going in front
翻譯: 走在前面帶路或指引方向。
- 2
領導或負責
EN: to be in charge or command of a group, project, etc.
翻譯: 擔任領導職務，負責管理團隊、專案等。
- 3
導致結果
EN: to cause something to happen or to result in a situation
翻譯: 引發或造成某種結果或情況。
- 4
處於領先
EN: to be ahead of others in a competition or race
翻譯: 在比賽、競爭或某個領域中排名第一或領先。
小提醒：注意「lead」的過去式和過去分詞是「led」，不是「leaded」。「Lead」作名詞時（讀音 /lɛd/）意思是「鉛」，與動詞（讀音 /liːd/）完全不同。
發音（How to Pronounce "Lead" in English）
How to pronounce "Lead" in English?"Lead" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Lead" from YouTube Videos
How teachers can help kids find their political voices | Sydney Chaffee
TED
“OK, here's a secret: many of the skills that people need to orchestrate the kinds of change that will lead to justice are already built into the work of schools.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Lead"?How does "Lead" change by context?
2. to be in charge or command of a group, organization, or activity
領導，率領
She leads a team of ten engineers.
她領導一個十人工程師團隊。
He will lead the project starting next month.
他將從下個月開始領導這個專案。
3. to be winning or in first position in a competition or race
領先，處於領先地位
Our team is leading by five points.
我們的隊伍領先五分。
The red car has led the race from the beginning.
那輛紅色的車從一開始就領先比賽。
4. to cause or result in something happening
導致，引起
Poor communication can lead to misunderstandings.
溝通不良可能導致誤解。
The investigation led to the discovery of new evidence.
調查導致了新證據的發現。
5. to live a particular type of life
過（某種生活）
He leads a very active life.
他過著非常活躍的生活。
They lead a quiet life in the countryside.
他們在鄉下過著平靜的生活。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Lead"?How to make natural sentences with "Lead"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| lead + noun (person/group) | 帶領（某人或團體） | She will lead the team to success. (她將帶領團隊走向成功。) |
| lead + noun (place) | 引導（至某處） | This path leads the hikers to the waterfall. (這條小徑將徒步者引向瀑布。) |
| lead + to + noun | 導致（某結果或情況） | Poor communication often leads to misunderstandings. (溝通不良常導致誤解。) |
| lead + object + to + verb | 促使（某人做某事） | His advice led me to reconsider my decision. (他的建議促使我重新考慮我的決定。) |
| lead + in/on/with + noun | 在…方面領先；以…開始/帶領 | The company leads in technological innovation. (該公司在技術創新方面領先。) |
| lead + a + adjective + life | 過著…的生活 | He leads a quiet life in the countryside. (他在鄉下過著平靜的生活。) |
| be led + by + noun | 由…領導/引導 | The tour group was led by an experienced guide. (這個旅行團由一位經驗豐富的導遊帶領。) |
| lead + the way | 帶路；領先 | Please lead the way to the conference room. (請帶路到會議室。) |
用法說明
How is "Lead" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Lead"?
lead to + V-ing vs lead to + N
- lead to + V-ing 強調「導致某個動作或過程發生」。這裡的
to是介系詞，後面必須接名詞或動名詞 (V-ing)。 - lead to + N 強調「導致某個具體結果、狀態或事件」。這裡的
to也是介系詞，後面接名詞。 - 兩者意思相近，但 lead to + N 更為常見且直接，用於指出明確的結果。
- 注意：lead to do 是錯誤的結構，因為
to在此不是不定詞符號。 EN: His carelessness could lead to losing the contract. 翻譯: 他的粗心大意可能導致失去合約。
EN:His carelessness could lead to the loss of the contract.
翻譯:他的粗心大意可能導致合約的喪失。
EN:The new policy might lead to improving employee morale.
翻譯:新政策或許能導致提升員工士氣。
EN:The new policy might lead to an improvement in employee morale.
翻譯:新政策或許能導致員工士氣的提升。
總結建議
在表達「導致」時，最安全且常見的用法是 lead to + 名詞 (或名詞片語)。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Lead" and similar words?How to choose "Lead" vs alternatives?
lead vs guide
「lead」強調走在前面帶領方向並承擔責任；「guide」則強調在旁陪伴、提供知識或建議以協助他人。
lead vs direct
「lead」強調以身作則、親身參與的帶領；「direct」則強調發號施令、遠端指揮或管理。
lead vs head
「lead」強調動態的「帶領過程」與影響力；「head」則較靜態，指擔任某組織或部門的「負責人」職位。
口語用法
How is "Lead" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Lead"?
引述
在口語中，常用來引述或轉述他人的話語或想法。 EN: So he was like, "Just lead the way, and I'll follow." 翻譯: 所以他當時就說：「你帶路，我跟著。」
EN:She was all, "Don't let them lead you on."
翻譯:她整個就是說：「別讓他們哄騙你。」
語氣強調
與其他詞語結合，用於加強語氣或表達特定態度。 EN: This discovery could lead to major changes, no kidding. 翻譯: 這個發現可能導致重大改變，不騙你。
EN:That road will lead you straight to the park, I promise.
翻譯:那條路會直接帶你到公園，我保證。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，作為暫時的停頓填充詞。 EN: The main factor that will... lead... to success is teamwork. 翻譯: 那個會... 引領... 走向成功的主要因素是團隊合作。
EN:We need to—lead—by example, you know?
翻譯:我們需要—以身作則—來領導，你懂吧？
正式寫作注意：上述口語用法（如引述句式、語氣強調詞、停頓填充）在正式書面語（如報告、論文）中應避免使用，請改用標準、完整的句子結構。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Lead"?What fixed phrases with "Lead" should I remember?
lead to
lead to something
導致、引起
lead the way
lead the way
帶路、領先、開創
lead by example
lead by example
以身作則
lead astray
lead someone astray
引入歧途、誤導
lead into
lead into something
引導進入、過渡到
lead on
lead someone on
誤導（尤指感情上）、哄騙
lead the pack
lead the pack
領先群雄、處於領先地位
lead up to
lead up to something
為…作鋪墊、導致
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Lead"?Which "Lead" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He lead the team to victory yesterday.
✓He led the team to victory yesterday.
「lead」的過去式是「led」，不是「lead」。許多學習者會誤以為「lead」的過去式與現在式同形，但這是錯誤的。
×This pipe is made of lead [pronounced as /liːd/].
✓This pipe is made of lead [pronounced as /lɛd/].
「lead」作動詞（帶領）時發音為 /liːd/，作名詞（鉛）時發音為 /lɛd/。兩者拼寫相同但發音和意思完全不同，需根據上下文正確發音。
×Hard work leads success.
✓Hard work leads to success.
「lead」表示「導致」時，必須搭配介系詞「to」形成「lead to + 名詞/動名詞」的結構，不能直接接受詞。
×She was lead to believe the story.
✓She was led to believe the story.
在被動語態中，「lead」的過去分詞同樣是「led」，不是「lead」。許多學習者會在此處誤用原形。
×The teacher will lead us how to solve the problem.
✓The teacher will guide us on how to solve the problem.
「lead」強調「帶領、領導、引領方向」，而「guide」更側重於「指導、講解步驟」。在表達「指導某人如何做某事」時，更常用「guide」或「show」。
×She is leading the company since 2020.
✓She has been leading the company since 2020.
當句子中有「since + 時間點」或「for + 一段時間」時，表示從過去持續到現在的動作，應使用現在完成進行式「have/has been leading」，而非現在進行式。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Lead"?What are tense/participle forms of "Lead"?
leads(3rd_singular)leading(present_participle)led(past)led(past_participle)