German Phrase
Folge der markierten Route.
Meaning
A direct instruction telling someone to stay on or go along the route that has already been marked, typically seen on signs, maps, or in a guide.
When to use
Use this phrase when giving directions on a hiking trail, in a museum, at an airport, or any situation where a marked path is indicated and you want the listener to follow it.
✦Grammar Breakdown
FolgedermarkiertenRoute
Imperative (du) of folgen
‘Folge’ is the singular informal imperative of the verb ‘folgen’ (to follow).
Dative case after folgen
‘folgen’ governs the dative, so the article ‘der’ is the dative feminine singular form.
Adjective declension (weak)
After a definite article in the dative, the adjective ‘markiert’ takes the weak ending ‘-en’ → ‘markierten’.
Gender of Route
‘Route’ is a feminine noun, hence the dative article ‘der’.
🗨In Conversation
Wie finde ich den Ausgang?
How do I find the exit?
Folge der markierten Route.
Follow the marked route.
✕Common Mistakes
Folge die markierte Route.
‘folgen’ requires the dative case, not accusative.
Folgen der markierten Route.
Use the imperative ‘Folge’ for a command, not the infinitive.
↔Alternatives
Gehe dem markierten Weg.
Go the marked way.
Nimm die ausgeschilderte Strecke.
Take the signposted route.
Folge dem Hinweisweg.
Follow the indicated path.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries signage for trails, public transport and museums often uses the verb ‘folgen’ with the dative case. Remember that ‘Route’ sounds a bit formal; everyday speech usually prefers ‘Weg’ or ‘Strecke’. Also, the imperative ‘Folge’ is informal – use ‘Folgen Sie …’ for a polite/formal request.