подвести

This is the 14910th most frequent Russian word.


подвести

The Russian word "подвести" can mean "to let down," "to fail," or "to bring (to a place/point)," depending on context.


In this sentence, 'подвёл' means 'let down' or 'betrayed,' expressing a situation where someone's expectations or trust are disappointed.

Я надеялся на помощь, но друг меня подвёл.

I was hoping for help, but my friend let me down.


Here, 'подводи' refers to the act of summarizing or concluding, providing instructions related to the completion or tally of expenses.

Не подводи итог расходам раньше времени.

Do not summarize the expenses prematurely.


In this context, 'подвёл' describes the physical action of bringing or leading someone or something to a place.

Автобус подвёл нас прямо к гостинице.

The bus brought us directly to the hotel.