Example: Wir müssen schnell etwas in die Wege leiten, um das Problem zu lösen.
Definition
"Etwas in die Wege leiten" means to initiate or start a process or action in order to achieve a particular goal. It implies taking the necessary steps to set something in motion, often with a sense of urgency or importance, as in organizing a solution or project.
The phrase "etwas in die Wege leiten" literally translates to 'to lead something onto the paths,' where 'Wege' means paths or ways. It originates from the idea of guiding or directing something onto a path to get it started. Did you know this expression metaphorically likens starting a task to setting a journey in motion along a road?
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set something in motion