How to Pronounce "lead the way"
expression
ˈɫɛd/, /ˈɫid/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈweɪ
LED thuh WAY or LEED thuh WAY
lɛd/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈeɪ
LED thuh WAY
Definition
To go ahead so that others can follow, showing them the correct path or direction. It can also mean to guide or be the first to do something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛd/, /ˈɫid/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈweɪ
British English
lɛd/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LED thuh WAY or LEED thuh WAY
UK
LED thuh WAY
Listen in Context
Please lead the way to the meeting room.
Who wants to lead the way on this project?
You know the city, so please lead the way.
I have no idea where to go—can you lead the way?