deutschdictionary
noun
(MANDATORY FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE GOVERNMENT)
Citizens must pay their taxes on time. - Die Bürger müssen ihre Steuern pünktlich zahlen.
verb
(TO EXERCISE AUTHORITY OR INFLUENCE)
The parents control their children's behavior. - Die Eltern steuern das Verhalten ihrer Kinder.
(TO GUIDE OR DIRECT A VEHICLE)
He steers the boat through the waves. - Er steuert das Boot durch die Wellen.
(TO FIND ONE'S WAY OR ROUTE)
We need to steer the ship to navigate safely. - Wir müssen das Schiff steuern, um sicher zu navigieren.
(TO RULE OR CONTROL A STATE)
The government governs the country's policy. - Die Regierung steuert die Politik des Landes.
(TO CONTROL THE FUNCTIONING OF SOMETHING)
He operates the machine with great care. - Er steuert die Maschine mit großer Sorgfalt.
(TO BE IN CHARGE OF SOMETHING)
She manages the project with great commitment. - Sie steuert das Projekt mit viel Engagement.