dar el ejemplo

dar el ejemplo
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. to set an example
Como servidores públicos, nosotros tenemos que dar el ejemplo y no mirar al otro lado cuando presenciamos un acto de corrupción.As public servants, we need to set an example and not look the other way when we witness acts of corruption.
b. to lead by example
Si no quieren que Andreita diga palabrotas, entonces no las digan enfrente de ella. Ustedes son sus padres, y tienen que dar el ejemplo.If you don't want Andreita to swear, then don't swear in front of her. You're her parents, and you need to lead by example.
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