English–German

“leading” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfyːʁənt/

Example

Das Unternehmen ist in der Branche führend.

The company is a leader in the industry.

Illustration for führend (leading)

How to say “leading” in German

“Leading” in German is führend.

A leading product or institution occupies a front position and plays an influential role in its area.

Full entry for führend: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with führend

Sie übernahm im Team eine führende Rolle.

She took on a leading role in the team.

Tips for using führend

  • In predicate use, führend stays unchanged after sein, as in Das Unternehmen ist in der Branche führend; only attributive use adds an adjective ending.

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