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Meaning of Ran

In simple words: To move fast on foot

Ran in a sentence

  • She ran to catch the bus.
  • He ran a marathon last year.
  • They ran through the field, laughing.
  • As the sun set, they ran home.
  • The wind was strong as she ran along the beach.
  • He ran for office in the last election.

How to use Ran

Used for physical movement, often in sports or exercise. Not typically used in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

ran + object or standalone

Memory hint

Think of a 'rabbit' running away quickly!

Related words

Collocations with Ran

  • ran fast
  • ran away
  • ran a race
  • ran for cover
  • ran into trouble

Synonyms for Ran

  • sprinted
  • jogged
  • dashed
  • trotted
  • raced

Opposites of Ran

  • walked
  • stayed
  • paused

Common mistakes with Ran

  • Confused with 'run' in present tense.
  • Using 'ran' incorrectly in passive constructions.
  • Incorrect form for future actions, should use 'will run'.

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Frequently asked questions about Ran

What does Ran mean?

To move fast on foot

What is the definition of Ran?

Past tense of 'run', meaning to have moved swiftly on foot.

How do you use Ran in a sentence?

She ran to catch the bus.

Can you give another example of Ran?

He ran a marathon last year.

What are synonyms for Ran?

Common alternatives include sprinted, jogged, dashed, trotted, raced.

What is the opposite of Ran?

Opposite meanings include walked, stayed, paused.

What words go with Ran?

It commonly pairs with ran fast, ran away, ran a race, ran for cover, ran into trouble.

What are common mistakes when using Ran?

Confused with 'run' in present tense. Using 'ran' incorrectly in passive constructions. Incorrect form for future actions, should use 'will run'.

How do you pronounce Ran?

US: //ræn//, UK: //ræn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Ran?

Used for physical movement, often in sports or exercise. Not typically used in very formal writing.