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DictionaryguideLeading and directing
noun / verb

guide

GYDE/ɡaɪd/

To direct someone along a suitable course.

The guide uses a map and pointing gesture to direct the visitor along the trail.

A hiking guide stands slightly ahead of a visitor at a fork in a trail, using an open trail map and a clear pointing gesture to show her which branch to follow.
Etymology
guideOld Frenchone who shows the way

Old French guide named someone who shows the way, from guider “to lead.” The same directing role extends from a person to an informational resource.

In context

The Rope Access and Climbing Podcast12:11
you're doing it for them and kind of showing them the way and you know it's it's very rewarding on the guide side of things
WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE A MOUNTAIN GUIDE - INTERVIEW - THE ROPE ACCESS AND CLIMBING PODCAST

More examples

  • Trail markers guide hikers back to the parking lot.
  • This guide explains how to care for indoor plants.
  • She uses her budget as a guide when planning meals.

Forms

guide · guides · guided · guiding

guidance noun — Advice or information that helps direct someone.

Similar words

lead
Often means going first so that others can follow.
direct
Emphasizes giving instructions rather than offering help along the way.
advise
Focuses on recommending choices rather than actively showing the way.