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diriger

to lead, to manage

verb dee-ree-ZHEH Less Common

Also means

to steer, to direct

Usage Note

Diriger means to run or head an organisation, to conduct an orchestra, or to steer a vehicle or conversation. The noun directeur/directrice (director, manager) shares the root. Se diriger vers means to head toward a place, and is a useful phrase for directions and movement.

Examples

"Elle dirige une grande entreprise."

Natural Translation

She manages a large company.

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