hinüberführen

hinüberführen is a German verb that translates to "to lead over," "to transport," or "to ferry across." It describes the act of moving something or someone from one side of a barrier or boundary to another. This barrier can be physical, such as a river, a road, or a border, or it can be more abstract, such as a state of mind or a transition between phases.

The verb is a separable prefix verb, meaning the prefix "hinüber" (over there) separates from the main verb "führen" (to lead) in certain grammatical constructions. For example, in the present tense, one might say "Ich führe ihn hinüber" (I lead him over). In the past tense, it becomes "Ich habe ihn hinübergeführt" (I have led him over).

Common uses of hinüberführen include literal transportation across bodies of water using a ferry or bridge, or guiding someone across a dangerous area. It can also be used metaphorically, such as to describe leading someone to a new understanding or a different perspective. The context of the sentence will clarify the specific meaning intended.