The past tense of the verb lead is led, not lead. ... Led is the correct way to spell the past tense of lead. Lead is a common misspelling of the past tense of the verb lead.

Is the past tense of lead led or lead?

The confusion with lead is its past-tense form; specifically, its spelling. The past tense of lead is led — spelled L-E-D.

How do you use the word led?

Using Led in a Sentence

When to use led: Led is the past tense and past participle of the verb to lead. It has the short e sound. For example, The quarterback led the football team to victory!