How to Say "conducts" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “conducts” is “conduce” — use 'conduce' when something or someone leads, guides, or transmits something, like electricity, heat, or a person leading others..
conduce
kon-DOO-seh/konˈduθe/
Examples
El cable de cobre conduce bien la electricidad.
The copper wire conducts electricity well.
El guía conduce a los turistas por el museo.
The guide leads the tourists through the museum.
Este material conduce muy bien el calor.
This material conducts heat very well.
El director conduce la orquesta con pasión.
The conductor leads the orchestra with passion.
Metaphorical Use
When used with abstract nouns (like 'debate' or 'negotiation'), 'conduce' means to manage or steer the conversation.
Confusing 'Conduce' with 'Trae'
Mistake: “Using 'trae' (brings) when you mean 'leads' (guides).”
Correction: 'Trae' is for physical movement towards the speaker. 'Conduce' is about direction and guidance.
dirige
dee-REE-heh/diˈɾi.xe/
Examples
La directora dirige la orquesta con gran maestría.
The conductor directs the orchestra with great mastery.
El famoso cineasta siempre dirige sus propias películas.
The famous filmmaker always directs his own movies.
El policía dirige el tráfico con un silbato.
The police officer directs traffic with a whistle.
Action vs. Position
When talking about directing physical movement (like traffic), 'dirige' is used to describe the ongoing action, not the person's job title.
Conduce vs. Dirige
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