Example: Er versuchte, die Investoren mit falschen Zahlen an der Nase herumzuführen.
Definition
"Jemanden an der Nase herumführen" means to deceive or mislead someone by tricking them or giving them false information, causing them to believe something untrue, often for personal gain or to avoid consequences.
Translations
lead someone by the nose
tomarle el pelo
iemand om de tuin leiden
prendre el pèl
mener quelqu'un par le bout du nez
Etymology
The phrase "jemanden an der Nase herumführen" literally translates to 'to lead someone around by the nose.' It originates from the idea of controlling or guiding someone easily, much like leading a domesticated animal by its nose. This expression vividly conveys the concept of manipulation or deception.
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lead someone by the nose