seot1 ling5率領率领
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Yalesēut líhng
Definition
To lead, head, or command a group of people.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and authoritative tone, often reserved for military, political, or large organizational contexts. It implies a sense of responsibility and hierarchy that is absent in more casual terms like 帶. Using it in everyday situations, such as leading friends to a restaurant, sounds overly dramatic or stiff.
Examples
He led the whole team to the competition.
Who is leading this group of students on the visit?
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Common mistake
Learners often use it interchangeably with 帶, but it is not suitable for casual social settings. It specifically denotes a formal leadership role rather than just accompanying or guiding someone.
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Grammar guides
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